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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1974 Term.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. On what day is the firing of Archibald Cox announced?
(a) October 26.
(b) October 14.
(c) October 20.
(d) October 31.
2. Who writes the Saxbe opinion?
(a) Douglas.
(b) Blackmun.
(c) Brennan.
(d) Powell.
3. On what day does Black resign from the Court?
(a) September 17.
(b) September 10.
(c) September 30.
(d) September 25.
4. When the court agrees to hear a case it is known as granting what?
(a) Cert.
(b) Briefing.
(c) Argument.
(d) Hearing.
5. During the 1974 term, who is the court's press officer?
(a) Barkley McAdams.
(b) Barrett McGurn.
(c) Barney McGuinnes.
(d) Burt McFarland.
Short Answer Questions
1. Berger hires how many more clerks?
2. The United States Supreme Court belongs to which branch of government?
3. What is the name of Douglas' wife?
4. After the firing of Archibald Cox, who does President Nixon turn the tapes over to?
5. On what day is Warren's successor sworn in?
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