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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. Who is the witness in Gideon's first trial who states that he saw Gideon at the poolroom on the morning of June 3?
(a) Henry Cook.
(b) Hank Cookson.
(c) Henry Koch.
(d) Harvey Cook.

2. Why does Gideon say he needs to get out of prison?
(a) To care for his children.
(b) To get a good job.
(c) To care for his mother.
(d) To continue his education.

3. How old was Gideon when his father died?
(a) 9.
(b) 7.
(c) 12.
(d) 3.

4. The jury is Gideon's first trial was not given _____________________.
(a) Stipends for its service.
(b) Any instructions for determining guilt.
(c) Hotel accommodations during its service.
(d) Meals during its service.

5. What does Henry Cook state that Gideon had in his hand when he saw him on the morning of June 3?
(a) A knife.
(b) A bottle of wine.
(c) A gun.
(d) A pizza.

Short Answer Questions

1. Lawyers appearing before the Supreme Court should not be overconfident or ______________.

2. Which law school does John Hart Ely attend?

3. Which of the following is true of Jacobs prior to the Supreme Court case?

4. Who is the new director of the Florida prison system during Gideon's Supreme Court trial?

5. Who had complete control over deciding who would represent Gideon?

(see the answer key)

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