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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which are the only two states to stand with Florida on the right to an attorney position?
(a) Alabama and North Carolina.
(b) Georgia and North Carolina.
(c) Mississippi and Alabama.
(d) Tennessee and South Carolina.

2. What would add to chaos if the Betts rule were to be overturned?
(a) Media interviews would overwhelm them.
(b) Mass filing of appeals from current prisoners.
(c) Law schools would have to change curriculum.
(d) Riots in prisons all across America.

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

4. What can a lay person not be expected to know?
(a) Attorney phone numbers.
(b) Supreme Court Justices.
(c) Points of law.
(d) Legal fees.

5. What type of payment do most appointed attorneys get?
(a) Nothing.
(b) A set fee.
(c) An hourly fee.
(d) A retainer.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many does does the opposing side on a case have to respond once a petition submitted to the Supreme Court?

2. What is unique about Gideon's petition to the U.S. Supreme Court?

3. How might Gideon have known about the Carnley vs. Cochran case?

4. Why does the Florida Attorney General say Gideon did not have the right to counsel?

5. Who was the Florida governor at the time of Gideon vs. Wainwright?

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