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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At what type of work does Gideon say he could make a living?
(a) Plumbing.
(b) Car maintenance.
(c) Truck driving.
(d) Electrical wiring.

2. In what part of the country does Gideon live?
(a) West Coast.
(b) Northwest.
(c) South.
(d) New England.

3. Why was Gideon in the hospital during this time?
(a) He had gallbladder surgery.
(b) He had pneumonia.
(c) He had A-typical tuberculosis.
(d) He was in a car accident.

4. How old is Gideon?
(a) 27.
(b) 39.
(c) 51.
(d) 45.

5. In what city did Gideon commit his crime?
(a) Orlando, Florida.
(b) Hollywood, Florida.
(c) Venice, Florida.
(d) Panama City, Florida.

Short Answer Questions

1. Federal law _____________ state law.

2. How many law clerks are available to assist the Supreme Court Justices?

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

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

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

(see the answer key)

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