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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. Who is the Attorney General in 1963?
(a) Robert F. Kennedy.
(b) Daniel Ellsberg.
(c) Lyndon Johnson.
(d) Robert McNamara.

2. Is Gideon guaranteed an attorney during a Supreme Court trial?
(a) Yes, if he can pay a retainer.
(b) No.
(c) Yes.
(d) Possibly.

3. The Supreme Court Justices are aware that many of the cases they hear are the result of __________________.
(a) A poor State Court system.
(b) An overloaded local court system.
(c) A defendant's lack of a defense attorney.
(d) Unskilled judges in the local courts.

4. Prior to Gideons' Supreme Court case, how many of the nine Justices does Fortas think will rule in his favor?
(a) 6.
(b) 8.
(c) 5.
(d) 2.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Abe Fortas learns that the ______________________ of Gideon's first trial was/were not recorded.

2. Henry Cook states that at the poolroom, the front was off the cigarette machine and ___________________.

3. Gideon says that his court trial violated the _____________ Amendment.

4. Walter Mondale of Minnesota wrote to Jacob that all __________________ should have a lawyer.

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

(see the answer key)

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