Mock Trial Objections

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What is an objection: Beyond the Scope Not Expert?

Back

This objection is raised when a witness is asked to provide testimony on a subject they are not qualified to speak about, indicating that their expertise does not cover the topic in question.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

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What is hearsay?

Back

Hearsay is a statement made outside of the court that is presented as evidence to prove the truth of the matter asserted, typically involving what someone else said.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

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What is a leading question?

Back

A leading question is one that suggests its own answer or contains the information the examiner is looking to have confirmed.

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CCSS.RI.1.1

CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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What is speculation in a trial context?

Back

Speculation refers to a witness making assumptions or guesses about what someone else might have thought or felt, rather than stating facts.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

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What does it mean for evidence to be relevant?

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Evidence is relevant if it has a direct connection to the case and helps to prove or disprove a fact in question.

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

Front

What is an objection: Relevance?

Back

This objection is raised when evidence presented does not relate to the case or does not help in proving a point.

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

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What is an objection: Hearsay?

Back

This objection is made when a witness is asked to repeat what someone else said outside of court, which is not admissible as evidence.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

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What is an objection: Opinion?

Back

This objection is raised when a witness provides a personal opinion rather than factual testimony, which is not allowed unless they are an expert.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

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What is the difference between a leading question and a non-leading question?

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A leading question suggests its own answer, while a non-leading question allows the witness to provide their own response without guidance.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

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What is the purpose of objections in a trial?

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Objections are used to challenge the admissibility of evidence or the appropriateness of questions, ensuring that the trial follows legal standards.