Your Rights: Trials and Punishments

Question 1

William Furman appealed his case, arguing that his Amendment rights had been violated.

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Eighth; 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

Question 2

The Supreme Court ruled that he had been .

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subjected to cruel punishment

Question 3

Because of Furman v. Georgia, some states had to develop clear standards for cases involving.

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the death penalty

Question 4

Which clause from the Sixth Amendment guarantees that an accused person will be able to hear the charges against him or her?

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“informed of the nature and cause of the accusation”

Question 5

Which statements match Justice Black’s argument? Check all that apply.

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Even experienced citizens need legal support.; The legal process is complicated.; Citizens are more likely to be convicted without counsel.

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