| A | B |
|---|
| compelling state interests | a state interest that takes precedence over individual rights |
| established church | an offical, state sponsored religion or church |
| establishment clause | states that the government may not establish an official religion |
| free exercise clause | states that the government shall make no laws prohibiting the free practice of religious beliefs |
| Great Awakening | religious revival in the American colonies of the 18th century, during which a number of new Protestant churches were established |
| religious tests | a requirement that a person swear to a belief in God or belong to a particular religion in order to qualify for a political office or to vote |
| separation of church and state | the concept that religion and government should remain separate |
