Vocabulary Flashcard: 12 Angry Men

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What is a 'Verdict'?

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A formal decision or judgment.

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Define 'Circumstantial Evidence'.

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Evidence that suggests a fact but does not prove it directly.

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What is an 'Alibi'?

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A claim or excuse that one was elsewhere when an act, typically a crime, took place.

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What does 'Deliberate' mean?

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To think carefully and slowly.

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What is a 'Hung Jury'?

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A jury that cannot agree on a verdict.

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What is the role of a jury in a trial?

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To evaluate evidence and determine the facts of the case.

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What does 'Beyond a Reasonable Doubt' mean?

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The standard of proof required in criminal cases, meaning there is no reasonable doubt that the defendant is guilty.

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What is 'Testimony'?

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A formal written or spoken statement given in a court of law.

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What is the difference between 'Direct Evidence' and 'Circumstantial Evidence'?

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Direct evidence directly proves a fact, while circumstantial evidence suggests a fact but does not prove it directly.

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What does 'Burden of Proof' refer to?

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The obligation to prove one's assertion or claim in a legal case.