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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the Betts vs. Brady case in 1942, in what state did Smith Betts live?
(a) Maryland,
(b) Virginia.
(c) Montana.
(d) Ohio.

2. Abe Fortas had previously argued the case that expanded the Supreme Court's ruling on ____________.
(a) Indigence.
(b) Tax evasion.
(c) Insanity.
(d) Pre-meditated murder.

3. Who did Gideon marry in 1955?
(a) Doris Clawson.
(b) Velma Cooper.
(c) Louise Cooper.
(d) Connie Martin.

4. What does Abe Fortas want before going to trial before representing Gideon?
(a) A series of phone interviews with Gideon.
(b) A meeting with Gideon.
(c) A big raise.
(d) A transcript of Gideon's previous trial.

5. Which of the following falls into the category of "special circumstances" for those on trial?
(a) Young.
(b) All of these.
(c) Illiterate.
(d) Mentally ill.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what city in Florida did Gideon reside?

2. What is the case in which the the opinion indicates that federal defendants should always have the right to an attorney?

3. Which law school does John Hart Ely attend?

4. What is one caveat for a person who brings a petition before the Supreme Court?

5. How old was Gideon when his father died?

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