1. Where is Carl Lee seated during the change of venue hearing?
(a) Carl Lee chose to stay in jail.
(b) Next to Jake, by his own choice.
(c) Still being examined by doctors.
(d) Next to Jake, as required by court procedures.

2. Why does Jake threaten to fire his secretary Ethel?
(a) She has allowed someone to await his return in his office.
(b) She has repeatedly been late to work and taken long lunch breaks.
(c) She has allowed calls to come to his office phone before 8:30 a.m.
(d) She has brought individuals to his office before advising of their presence.

3. How old is Tonya?
(a) 12.
(b) 14.
(c) 10.
(d) 16.

4. What happens when Jake calls Lester in Chicago?
(a) Lester agrees to return to Clanton with little prompting.
(b) Lester agrees to return to Clanton with much prompting.
(c) Lester agrees to come back, but not soon.
(d) Lester says he cannot return until the trial.

5. Who is Jake's favorite waitress at the Coffee Shop?
(a) Darlene.
(b) Dell.
(c) Lisa.
(d) Susie Lynn.

Short Answer Questions

1. 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?

2. How much does the NAACP initially contribute toward the defense of Carl Lee?

3. When Jake informs Ellen of the threats received by phone, the bombing attempt, and other dangers the job may entail, what is her response?

4. What is Jake's view of insurance companies and their lawyers?

5. What does Sheriff Walls testify during the change of venue hearing?

(see the answer key)

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