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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tells Schlictmann: "Jack Riley and Mary Ryan may have screwed up, but the judge isn't going to give you a new trial."

2. Who has Schlictmann asked not to come to the trial?

3. The EPA report that is released after the trial verdict clearly states what?

4. What is referred to as the "waterworks?"

5. How much does Schlictmann end up with from the Grace settlement after all debts and expenses are paid?

Short Essay Questions

1. After the Court of Appeals ruling, why does Schlictmann reject the Beatrice offer?

2. Following the trial but before the verdict, what do Schlictmann and Nesson realize is their biggest mistake and why?

3. Briefly describe the EPA report that is issued during the initial preparation for the Beatrice appeal involving pump tests performed a year before, even before the trial began.

4. What is Schlictmann's reaction to the settlement with Grace?

5. Why does Schlictmann conclude that Grace wants to settle?

6. What is the final ruling of the Court of Appeals?

7. Who is Albert Eustis and what is his role in the negotiations with Grace Chemical after the trial?

8. What is Schlitmann's immediate reaction to the verdict in Phase 1?

9. How does Schlictmann discredit John Guswa's testimony?

10. What is Schlictmann's opinion about the Court of Appeals initial ruling?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

If you were a lawyer, would you take the case? Why or why not? What factors would influence your decision?

Essay Topic 2

Schlictmann beleives that Judge Skinner is biased against him. Using examples from the book, discuss your opinion. Include the judge's rulings, the jurors reactions, etc.

Essay Topic 3

Is the adversarial nature of a trial compatible with discovering the truth? Include examples from the book in support of your answer.

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