Gideon's Trumpet Quiz | Two Week Quiz A

Anthony Lewis
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Gideon's Trumpet Quiz | Two Week Quiz A

Anthony Lewis
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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. On what type of paper is Gideon's petition written?
(a) Prison paper.
(b) Regular typing paper.
(c) Prison forms.
(d) Linen letterhead.

2. The Supreme Court always seems to take the word of the person who claims _______________.
(a) Innocence.
(b) Insanity.
(c) Indigence.
(d) Youth.

3. An attorney representing a client in a Supreme Court case gets money for ________________.
(a) Hourly billing.
(b) Travel to and from Washington D.C.
(c) Hotel accommodations.
(d) Food and entertainment.

4. Why does Gideon say he needs to get out of prison?
(a) To care for his mother.
(b) To continue his education.
(c) To care for his children.
(d) To get a good job.

5. What prior case had established the rules for assigning an attorney to a defendant.
(a) Betts vs. Brady.
(b) Betz vs. Brady.
(c) Betts vs. Brody.
(d) Breck vs. Brady.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the law student who works on research for Fortas?

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

3. Among the most important concepts for the Justices is the determination of _________________.

4. What is the question the Justices say is before them when deciding to hear Gideon's case?

5. What reason did the judge in Gideon's first trial not appoint an attorney?

(see the answer key)

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