12 Angry Men Act 2 Flashcard

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What is the main conflict in Act 2 of 12 Angry Men?

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Disagreement among the jurors.

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What evidence is presented in Act 2 that challenges the guilt of the defendant?

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Testimony of a witness and new information casting doubt on initial eyewitness accounts.

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What piece of evidence was brought into the room during Act II?

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A diagram.

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How does the setting of the jury room contribute to the tension in Act 2?

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The cramped and stuffy setting of the jury room.

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Why does Juror 9 suggest the old man may have lied in his testimony?

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He relates to the old man and feels that maybe the old man feels important for the first time in a long while.

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What role does reasonable doubt play in the jury's decision-making process?

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Reasonable doubt is a standard of proof that must be surpassed to convict a defendant; it emphasizes the need for certainty in a verdict.

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How does the character of Juror 8 influence the other jurors?

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Juror 8 encourages critical thinking and challenges the assumptions of the other jurors, promoting a fair deliberation.

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What is the significance of the knife evidence in the trial?

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The knife is a key piece of evidence that is examined to determine the credibility of the prosecution's case.

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How does group dynamics affect the jury's deliberation process?

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Group dynamics can lead to conformity, peer pressure, and influence individual jurors' opinions and decisions.

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What themes are explored in Act 2 of 12 Angry Men?

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Themes of justice, prejudice, moral responsibility, and the importance of reasonable doubt.