3.9 Your Rights: Trials and Punishments Answers

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X Sixth Seventh ✔ Eighth

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William Furman appealed his case, arguing that his Amendment rights had been violated.:Eighth
The Supreme Court ruled that he had been .:subjected to cruel punishment
Because of Furman v. Georgia, some states had to develop clear standards for cases involving.:the death penalty
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Which clause from the Sixth Amendment guarantees that an accused person will be able to hear the charges against him or her?

A
“the right to a speedy and public trial”
B
“confronted with the witnesses against him”
C
“informed of the nature and cause of the accusation”
D
“have the assistance of counsel”
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Which statements match Justice Black’s argument? Check all that apply.

A
Citizens are able to represent themselves easily.
B
Even experienced citizens need legal support.
C
The legal process is complicated.
D
It is not difficult to establish innocence.
E
Citizens are more likely to be convicted without counsel.
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Which clause from the Sixth Amendment guarantees that an accused person will be able to hear the charges against him or her?

A
“the right to a speedy and public trial”
B
“confronted with the witnesses against him”
C
“informed of the nature and cause of the accusation”
D
“have the assistance of counsel”
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Which statements match Justice Black’s argument? Check all that apply.

A
Citizens are able to represent themselves easily.
B
Even experienced citizens need legal support.
C
The legal process is complicated.
D
It is not difficult to establish innocence.
E
Citizens are more likely to be convicted without counsel.

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