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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1972 Term.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Brennan approaches the issue of abortion on the basis of what other right?
(a) Individuality.
(b) Free speech.
(c) Privacy.
(d) Confidentiality.

2. What state is involved in the 1972 case in which the court has to decide if resident aliens can become members of the bar?
(a) New Jersey.
(b) Connecticut.
(c) Maryland.
(d) New York.

3. Blackmun had been general counsel at what location when he was in private practice?
(a) Mayo Clinic.
(b) Smithsonian.
(c) FBI.
(d) John Hopkins.

4. Who confirms the nominations of the president to the Supreme Court?
(a) The attorney general.
(b) Congress.
(c) The House of Representatives.
(d) The Senate.

5. How are decisions of the Supreme Court announced?
(a) In writing.
(b) On the internet.
(c) In person.
(d) By television.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the representative for the government in the school case before the court?

2. Under which law does Flood sue in Flood v. Kuhn?

3. One of Warren's last acts is to overturn a decision in what case?

4. The United States Supreme Court belongs to which branch of government?

5. What is the name of the attorney who represents the state of Texas in the abortion case before the Court?

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