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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 11 and 12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who did Gideon marry in 1955?
(a) Doris Clawson.
(b) Velma Cooper.
(c) Connie Martin.
(d) Louise Cooper.

2. Attorneys should view questions as _______________________.
(a) Necessary evils.
(b) Formalities to be endured.
(c) Learning experiences.
(d) Opportunities to persuade.

3. George Mantz of ____________ admits that his state's courts could soon follow the trend to appoint attorneys in all cases.
(a) Georgia.
(b) Louisiana.
(c) Alabama.
(d) Arkansas.

4. What is the name of another case in Florida that is similar to Gideon's regarding right to an attorney?
(a) Cronin vs. Cochran.
(b) Cromwell vs. Cooley.
(c) Carnley vs. Cochran.
(d) Carney vs. Collins.

5. The jury is Gideon's first trial was not given _____________________.
(a) Stipends for its service.
(b) Hotel accommodations during its service.
(c) Any instructions for determining guilt.
(d) Meals during its service.

Short Answer Questions

1. What can be said about Gideon in that he stuck to the process of filing an appeal?

2. How old was Gideon when his father died?

3. Prior to Gideons' Supreme Court case, how many of the nine Justices does Fortas think will rule in his favor?

4. How many children and stepchildren does Gideon have with his second wife?

5. What "stupid answer" does Jacob give in response to a Justice?

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