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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What "stupid answer" does Jacob give in response to a Justice?
(a) The Justices have not done their due diligence in the case.
(b) A judge would not object to a lay person representing someone else.
(c) Gideon did the crime and he has to do the time.
(d) He did not realize that he would be questioned on some of these issues.

2. Lawyers appearing before the Supreme Court should not be overconfident or ______________.
(a) Loud.
(b) Ill-prepared.
(c) Arrogant.
(d) Brash.

3. What amazes Jacob about appearing in the Supreme Court?
(a) The huge number of people present.
(b) The courtroom cameras.
(c) The informality of the proceedings.
(d) The quality of the furniture.

4. How old was Gideon when he ran away from home to escape his strict stepfather?
(a) 14.
(b) 12.
(c) 9.
(d) 16.

5. The Justice makes the point that all the prisoners currently jailed without counsel were entitled to an attorney ________________________.
(a) Until proven guilty.
(b) Whether they wanted one or not.
(c) Because this is America.
(d) Under the special circumstances rule.

Short Answer Questions

1. Abe Fortas learns that the ______________________ of Gideon's first trial was/were not recorded.

2. Why does Gideon say he needs to get out of prison?

3. Who did Gideon marry in 1955?

4. What is the name of another case in Florida that is similar to Gideon's regarding right to an attorney?

5. Which of the following does Henry Cook state that Henry did on the morning of June 3?

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