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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13 and 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Abe Fortas think would be the best way for the Justices to understand Gideon's case?
(a) They should read Gideon's trial transcripts.
(b) They should go to criminal court and watch a defendant try to defend himself.
(c) They should listen to interviews of inmates.
(d) They should talk to local judges.

2. In what city is the Florida State Prison located?
(a) Sarasota.
(b) Melbourne.
(c) Starke.
(d) Raiford.

3. Who was the Florida governor at the time of Gideon vs. Wainwright?
(a) Frank Bryan.
(b) Farris Bryant.
(c) Ferris Buller.
(d) Fess Barkley.

4. What comment does George Mantz say that draws laughter from the Justices?
(a) An apple a day keeps the doctor away.
(b) The early bird catches the worm.
(c) A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.
(d) Hope springs eternal.

5. What did retired Justice Frankfurter say about Gideon vs. Wainwright?
(a) He would have voted in favor of it.
(b) He declined to comment.
(c) He thought it was a step back for America.
(d) He would not have voted for it.

Short Answer Questions

1. Abe Fortas indicates that a lawyer would have known that ____________ could have been a defense for the crime.

2. The Supreme Court is bound not so much by laws as by the trends and ____________ of the Justices who serve.

3. Lawyers appearing before the Supreme Court should present facts as opposed to ________________.

4. Is Gideon guaranteed an attorney during a Supreme Court trial?

5. What does Abe Fortas want before going to trial before representing Gideon?

(see the answer key)

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