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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13 and 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why was Gideon in the hospital during this time?
(a) He was in a car accident.
(b) He had gallbladder surgery.
(c) He had pneumonia.
(d) He had A-typical tuberculosis.

2. What amazes Jacob about appearing in the Supreme Court?
(a) The quality of the furniture.
(b) The informality of the proceedings.
(c) The courtroom cameras.
(d) The huge number of people present.

3. Is Gideon guaranteed an attorney during a Supreme Court trial?
(a) Possibly.
(b) Yes.
(c) Yes, if he can pay a retainer.
(d) No.

4. What is the main reason a defendant does not have an attorney?
(a) He doesn't understand the gravity of his situation.
(b) He cannot afford one.
(c) He thinks he can do fine on his own.
(d) He is tried before he knows what is going on.

5. In what city is the Florida State Prison located?
(a) Starke.
(b) Sarasota.
(c) Raiford.
(d) Melbourne.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did retired Justice Frankfurter say about Gideon vs. Wainwright?

2. What does Abe Fortas think would be the best way for the Justices to understand Gideon's case?

3. How many does does the opposing side on a case have to respond once a petition submitted to the Supreme Court?

4. What is Gideon's job in prison?

5. Why did Jacob only have evenings and weekends to devote to the states' case against Gideon?

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