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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 6 and 7.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As a general rule, the Justices' decisions follow ______________ of what's most important in the judicial system.
(a) Their own ideas.
(b) The President's ideas.
(c) The Attorney General's ideas.
(d) The Constitution's ideals.

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

3. In what city did Gideon commit his crime?
(a) Venice, Florida.
(b) Hollywood, Florida.
(c) Panama City, Florida.
(d) Orlando, Florida.

4. Justices of the Supreme Court have a higher power than ____________________.
(a) The Vice President.
(b) The President.
(c) The Attorney General.
(d) Any other judge in the country.

5. Abe Fortas learns that the ______________________ of Gideon's first trial was/were not recorded.
(a) Witness statements.
(b) Opening and closing arguments.
(c) Verdict.
(d) Judge's ruling.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is unique about Gideon's petition to the U.S. Supreme Court?

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

4. With whom does Gideon file a petition?

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

(see the answer key)

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