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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 10.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is a legal document submitted to the Supreme Court from anyone who may have something helpful to add to a case?
(a) Federal Affiliation.
(b) Amicus Curiae.
(c) Goodwill.
(d) Good Neighbor.

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

3. How does Gideon describe Fortas' legal brief about the case?
(a) Brilliant document.
(b) A masterpiece.
(c) A Godsend.
(d) Truly inspiring work.

4. What does Abe Fortas want before going to trial before representing Gideon?
(a) A big raise.
(b) A meeting with Gideon.
(c) A transcript of Gideon's previous trial.
(d) A series of phone interviews with Gideon.

5. Which are the only two states to stand with Florida on the right to an attorney position?
(a) Mississippi and Alabama.
(b) Alabama and North Carolina.
(c) Georgia and North Carolina.
(d) Tennessee and South Carolina.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the date of Gideon's reply to the Florida Attorney General's office that Gideon did not have right to counsel?

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

3. Sometimes the justices have their ________________ write brief memorandums about the petitioner's file contents.

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

5. Who is the clerk who receives Gideon's Supreme Court petition?

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