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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 43.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Buckley's opening statement runs an hour and a half, and Jake's opening is how long?
(a) One hour.
(b) Three quarters of an hour.
(c) Half an hour.
(d) 14 minutes.

2. Several days following his being rehired by Carl Lee, Jake is summoned to Lucien's home to meet whom?
(a) Dr. W.T. Bass, retired pediatrician.
(b) Dr. W.T. Bass, retired podiatrist.
(c) Dr. W.T. Bass, retired psychologist.
(d) Dr. W.T. Bass, retired psychiatrist.

3. On day two of the proceedings, how does the morning begin and where are all the "players" situated?
(a) Muggy and overcast, with some diligently taking places on the front lawn.
(b) Breezy, with even more than before taking spots on the front lawn.
(c) Hot and sunny, with all diligently taking places on the front lawn.
(d) Drizzling and warm, with many diligently taking places on the front lawn.

4. How long does the preliminary hearing for Billy Ray Cobb and Pete Willard last?
(a) 20 minutes.
(b) 40 minutes.
(c) 30 minutes.
(d) 10 minutes.

5. What do the participants chant at the rally?
(a) "We will overcome."
(b) "We want a just trial."
(c) "Free Carl Lee."
(d) "Amazing grace."

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Carla's reply when Jake asks her if she would convict Carl Lee Hailey for murdering Billy Ray Cobb if she were a jury member?

2. How long does it take Sheriff Ozzie Walls to obtain arrest warrants for Billy Ray Cobb and Pete Willard?

3. Why does the name of Clyde Sisco cause some stir during the meeting of Jake's jury strategy team?

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?

5. When the trial resumes following the brief recess, why does Jake decline to question Rodeheaver?

(see the answer key)

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