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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 8 and 9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the Florida Attorney General say Gideon did not have the right to counsel?
(a) The rules of Betts vs. Brady.
(b) He was clearly guilty.
(c) He was insane.
(d) He had too many prior convictions.

2. What sentence did Gideon receive in his first trial?
(a) Probation and time served.
(b) Maximum of five years in prison.
(c) Minimum of five years in prison.
(d) A life sentence.

3. Who, other than the Justices, are included in behind closed door sessions when they consider which cases to hear?
(a) Ten Law Clerks.
(b) No one.
(c) The U.S. Attorney General.
(d) One legal secretary.

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

5. What reason did the judge in Gideon's first trial not appoint an attorney?
(a) He knew Gideon was guilty.
(b) No attorney would take the case.
(c) He had no reason.
(d) The county didn't have legal funds.

Short Answer Questions

1. The Supreme Court had ruled that a person is not criminally responsible for his actions if he ______________________.

2. Gideon believes that he was denied ______________ during a legal trial.

3. For what crime is Gideon serving time in prison?

4. Under the Betts rule, who is required to have an attorney?

5. How does Gideon describe Fortas' legal brief about the case?

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