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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As a general rule, the Justices' decisions follow ______________ of what's most important in the judicial system.
(a) The Attorney General's ideas.
(b) Their own ideas.
(c) The Constitution's ideals.
(d) The President's ideas.

2. What is the main reason a defendant does not have an attorney?
(a) He cannot afford one.
(b) He doesn't understand the gravity of his situation.
(c) He thinks he can do fine on his own.
(d) He is tried before he knows what is going on.

3. What would a lawyer have followed up on regarding Henry Cook's testimony but Gideon didn't know to do?
(a) If Cook had an arrest record.
(b) Why Cook was on the street at that time of the morning.
(c) If Cook had a job.
(d) If Cook had a grudge against Gideon.

4. Who is the law student who works on research for Fortas?
(a) John Hardeson.
(b) John Hart Ely.
(c) James Milligan.
(d) Michael Collins.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following is true of Gideon's case?

2. Who is the attorney that Gideon chooses to represent him in his next trial?

3. What would be the benefit of a public defender's office?

4. Among the most important concepts for the Justices is the determination of _________________.

5. What is the date of Gideon's reply to the Florida Attorney General's office that Gideon did not have right to counsel?

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