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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. What establishment was Gideon convicted of robbing?
(a) Bay Harbor Poolroom.
(b) Palms and Pawns Shop.
(c) Flamingo Pawn Shop.
(d) Seabreeze Bar & Grill.

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

3. Fortas notes that there is a recent history of the Justices declining to approve petitions that would _____________________.
(a) Probably result in guilty verdicts.
(b) Be applied across the board to all states.
(c) Apply to indigent people.
(d) Impact people already in prison.

4. How many children and stepchildren does Gideon have with his second wife?
(a) 3.
(b) 6.
(c) 4.
(d) 2.

5. Where does Abe Fortas practice law?
(a) Orlando, Florida.
(b) Denver, Colorado.
(c) Washington D.C.
(d) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what city did Gideon commit his crime?

2. What sentence did Gideon receive in his first trial?

3. Who did Gideon marry in 1955?

4. Sometimes the justices have their ________________ write brief memorandums about the petitioner's file contents.

5. Who is appointed to represent Gideon in his Supreme Court trial?

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