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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1970 Term.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Clay v. US, what is the faith of the petitioner?
(a) Amish.
(b) Jewish.
(c) Black Muslim.
(d) Christian.

2. The Mapp v. Ohio case concerns which amendment?
(a) Second.
(b) Fourth.
(c) First.
(d) Fifth.

3. The arguments in the three busing cases are heard in what month?
(a) November.
(b) January.
(c) October.
(d) December.

4. Haynsworth is nominated to fill the seat vacated by whom?
(a) Williams.
(b) Goodman.
(c) Marshall.
(d) Fortas.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How many judges sign onto the eventual decision in the Charlotte case?

2. What room does Berger want to take as his office?

3. Petitions from people who can't afford an attorney or the filing fees are called what?

4. What is the name of the man who requests a secret session with the court regarding the Pentagon Papers?

5. Where do Warren and his clerks spend Saturdays?

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