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The Martha Moxley Case

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Fun Trivia : Quizzes : Moxley, Martha : The Martha Moxley Case

Introduction:
"As this quiz is written, the trial of Michael Skakel is getting under way."


1. When did the murder of Martha Moxley occur?
    Between 1970-1980
    Between 1990-2000
    Between 1980-1990
    Between 1960-1970


2. The murder occurred in an exclusive neighborhood. In what state?
    Massachusetts
    New Jersey
    Connecticut
    Vermont


3. What was the murder weapon?
    Gun Butt
    Car Jack
    Golf Club
    Brick


4. The individual who is now (April, 2002) going to trial is Michael Skakel. His father, Rushton Skakel, was the brother of what famous person?
    Joan Kennedy
    Ethel Kennedy
    Jacqueline Kennedy
    Rose Kennedy


5. The book, 'A Season in Purgatory' was based upon the Moxley murder. Who was the author?
    Lawrence Schiller
    Vincent Bugliosi
    Mark Fuhrman
    Dominick Dunne


6. A tutor who had recently started work for the Skakel family was investigated as a potential suspect. Who was he?
    Ron Shipp
    Hank Goldberg
    Brian Kaelin
    Ken Littleton


7. The crime occurred during a holiday. Which one?
    Independence Day
    Halloween
    Labor Day
    Memorial Day


8. The police department that investigated the crime was handicapped by ...?
    Lack of experience investigating homicides
    All of these
    Potential intimidation by the Kennedy connection
    Lack of adequate manpower and equipment


9. Evidence against Michael Skakel allegedly consists of all of the following EXCEPT:
    One or more confessions by Michael Skakel
    Admitting that he had seen Martha on the night that she died
    A change in Michael Skakel's 'story' as to certain key points
    An overheard statement of his intent to committ the crime


10. A key pre-trial issue that received substantial publicity involved what issue?
    Michael's intellectual limitations
    Tommy's suspect as the principal suspect
    Michael's relationship with his brother, Tommy
    Michael's age at the time of the crime


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