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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Trial; The Vigil.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is John Dobrinski?
(a) Schlictmann's friend.
(b) Schlictmann's occupational expert witness.
(c) Schlictmann's leukemia witness.
(d) Schlictmann's expert geological witness.

2. Why does Roisman drop the Woburn case?
(a) Too high profile.
(b) Too costly.
(c) He didn't like working with Schlictmann.
(d) He thought he would lose the case.

3. What chemical is added to Wells G and H beginning in 1968?
(a) Benzene.
(b) Germicide.
(c) Chlorine.
(d) Floride.

4. How many days after summation does the jury reach a verdict?
(a) 8.
(b) 14.
(c) 5.
(d) 2.

5. How is Judge Skinner selected for this trial?
(a) By agreement of the parties.
(b) By lottery.
(c) By the plaintiffs.
(d) By the defendants.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Facher initially have little concern about the Woburn lawsuit?

2. What part of Schlictmann's pre-trial settlement offer is meant to appeal to Judge Skinner?

3. What law professor tells his class: "Some cases a lwayer can't lose. Some, maybe, he can't win. You play the hand you're dealt."

4. What is the length of the Statute of Limitations on personal injuries in Massachusetts?

5. When do residents of east Woburn begin to complain about the water?

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