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Chapter 13 The Final Conquest

Quiz by Rick Lang

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  • Q1
    What was the primary authority of the United States District Court at Fort Smith established in 1871?
    To manage local disputes in settlements
    To handle only civil cases involving Indians
    To oversee state law violations
    To try cases from Indian Territory involving whites and Indians violating federal laws
    30s
  • Q2
    Why was the location of the United States District Court at Fort Smith significant for cases involving Indian Territory?
    It was close to the major population centers
    It was located in the center of the territory
    It was far from most settlements, making access and enforcement challenging
    It had the support of local tribes
    30s
  • Q3
    What was a potential consequence of the location of the United States District Court at Fort Smith for defendants?
    Increased opportunities for escape before reaching the court
    Quicker access to legal representation
    Better chances of receiving a fair trial
    Higher likelihood of plea deals being accepted
    30s
  • Q4
    What was one surprising element about the United States District Court at Fort Smith in relation to its location?
    It was the only court in the state of Arkansas
    It was mostly attended by local law enforcement
    It had a high rate of successful trials
    That any accused individuals made it alive to court given the long journeys
    30s
  • Q5
    What nickname was given to Judge Isaac Parker due to his reputation for imposing harsh penalties?
    The Iron Fist Judge
    The Hanging Judge of Fort Smith
    The Merciful Judge
    The Justice of the West
    30s
  • Q6
    How many death sentences did Judge Isaac Parker impose during his tenure?
    100
    67
    88
    45
    30s
  • Q7
    What was Judge Isaac Parker's primary reason for imposing high penalties on criminals?
    To deter criminals through fear
    To address the high crime rate in the Territory
    To gain political power
    To make an example of wealthy individuals
    30s
  • Q8
    For how long did Judge Isaac Parker serve in the Fort Smith court?
    25 years
    15 years
    18 years
    21 years
    30s
  • Q9
    What was one of the main criticisms of Judge Isaac Parker's methods?
    That he often ignored the law
    That he was too lenient
    That he favored wealthy defendants
    That his penalties were excessively harsh
    30s
  • Q10
    What was the main type of sentence that Judge Isaac Parker frequently imposed on convicted criminals?
    Life imprisonment
    Fines
    Community service
    Death by hanging
    30s
  • Q11
    Where was Judge Isaac Parker's court located?
    Dallas
    Fort Smith
    Little Rock
    Oklahoma City
    30s
  • Q12
    What was a significant impact of Judge Isaac Parker's rulings on the criminal justice system in the Territory?
    More lenient sentences for minor offenses
    Decreased crime rates
    Increased fear of punishment among criminals
    Elimination of all crime
    30s
  • Q13
    Which of the following best describes Judge Isaac Parker's impact on the public perception of the law in the Territory?
    He was seen as a strict enforcer of justice
    He was unpopular among local leaders
    He was viewed as corrupt
    He was considered too lenient
    30s
  • Q14
    In which year was Judge Isaac Parker appointed to the Fort Smith court?
    1865
    1890
    1875
    1881
    30s
  • Q15
    Why did the Indians dislike the Fort Smith court?
    The court ruled in favor of the Indians.
    They were not allowed to attend the court.
    They had to travel long distances to seek justice.
    They preferred to settle disputes among themselves.
    30s

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