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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What circuit court of appeals rules on the order in the Charlotte case?
(a) Sixth.
(b) Fourth.
(c) Third.
(d) Fifth.

2. The Charlotte case is appealed to the Supreme Court as _________ v. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education.
(a) Madison.
(b) Redding.
(c) Swann.
(d) Black.

3. How many justices write the majority opinion?
(a) Three.
(b) Two.
(c) One.
(d) Four.

4. How many pages is Hugo Black's opinion that does not overturn the lower court's decision on racial segregation?
(a) Ten pages.
(b) Nine pages.
(c) Seven pages.
(d) Five pages.

5. Who writes the majority opinion in San Antonio v. Rodriguez?
(a) Burger.
(b) White.
(c) Powell.
(d) Brennan.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Charlotte, North Carolina, what is the name of the judge who orders desegregation in Mecklenberg County?

2. Who writes the decision in Cohen v. California?

3. Who did Chief Justice Earl Warren believe would be his replacement?

4. Which Justice concludes that federal judges can order whatever remedy they feel is required by the situation?

5. Who is appointed to Harlan's seat on the Court?

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