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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 1974 Term.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the Keyes case, what is the name of the local area where the case comes from?
(a) Dawning Creek.
(b) Shadow Mountain.
(c) Aspen Pines.
(d) Park Hill.

2. What change does Berger make to the actual bench the justices sat at?
(a) He makes it straighter.
(b) He curves it.
(c) He raises it higher.
(d) He changes the wood.

3. In July 1973, which court issues an injunction to halt the bombing of Cambodia by the US?
(a) Washington DC District Court.
(b) California District Court.
(c) Maryland District Court.
(d) New York District Court.

4. In what month is Marshall hospitalized with pneumonia?
(a) January.
(b) November.
(c) February.
(d) December.

5. How long was Earl Warren chief justice?
(a) 9 years.
(b) 11 years.
(c) 13 years.
(d) 15 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. Blackmun had been general counsel at what location when he was in private practice?

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

3. The Utah Public Service Commission v. El Paso Natural Gas Co. is a case that has been bouncing around the courts for how many years?

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

5. Who dies on the day the abortion decision is formally announced?

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