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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 39.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Jake recognize Gerald Ault as a supporter of black people?
(a) Ault was rescued as a boy from drowning by a black person.
(b) Ault was rescued as a boy from a burning building by a black person.
(c) Ault was raised by a black "nanny" until he was in his early teens.
(d) Although a secret few knew, Ault's first girlfriend was black.

2. How do the members of the council of black ministers arrive for strategic planning regarding the NAACP defense of Carl Lee?
(a) Primarily in modest-priced vehicles.
(b) In their Cadillacs and Lincolns.
(c) In Saabs and BMWs.
(d) In Chevrolets and Dodges.

3. During one phone call to Carla shortly prior to the trial, whose situation is Jake careful not to bring up?
(a) Gwem Hailey's.
(b) Bud Twitty's.
(c) Reverend Agee's.
(d) Ozzie Walls'.

4. Jake Brigance advises deputies that Billy Ray Cobb could receive life plus 40 years if he is convicted on all charges, and could be paroled how soon if Tonya lives?
(a) 13 years.
(b) 25 years.
(c) No parole.
(d) 20 years.

5. After Ozzie summons Jake to meet with Lester and Carl Lee and Carl Lee rehires Jake because his brother "wants me to," what does Carl Lee say?
(a) Carl Lee states he does not trust Jake, but trusts the Shark less.
(b) Carl Lee admits he trusts Jake, and wants his services.
(c) Carl Lee states the Sheriff has convinced him Jake is a good choice.
(d) Carl Lee persists he is only following Lester's request.

Short Answer Questions

1. Ellen has done a fine job preparing the doctor, including a twenty-five-page dialogue of the questions Jake will ask, and the answers for whom?

2. What is Clyde Sisco's price?

3. What does Jake Brigance drive?

4. When Bo Marsharfsky calls requesting Jake to be his local associate, what is his response?

5. Where does Ellen sleep after the jury strategy session is over and Jake is followed home by Deputy Nesbit?

(see the answer key)

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