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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When is Gideon's case forwarded to the Supreme Court Justices?
(a) March 24, 1960.
(b) February 8, 1962.
(c) February 14, 1969.
(d) December 24, 1961.

2. Who is appointed to represent Gideon in his Supreme Court trial?
(a) Abe Fortas.
(b) Abe Rothstein.
(c) Abe Fourman.
(d) Abe Vigoda.

3. How many law clerks are available to assist the Supreme Court Justices?
(a) 8.
(b) 18.
(c) 12.
(d) 20.

4. 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) Hank Cookson.
(b) Henry Cook.
(c) Henry Koch.
(d) Harvey Cook.

5. What is Gideon on the verge of losing while in jail this time?
(a) His job.
(b) His house.
(c) His mind.
(d) Custody of his children.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Gideon when he ran away from home to escape his strict stepfather?

2. What would a lawyer have followed up on regarding Henry Cook's testimony but Gideon didn't know to do?

3. Who, other than the Justices, are included in behind closed door sessions when they consider which cases to hear?

4. How old was Gideon when his father died?

5. What does the judge in Gideon's first trial neglect to tell Gideon?

(see the answer key)

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