Twelve Angry Men ACT I

In your own words, state what instructions the judge gives to the jurors. How many jurors must vote guilty for the accused to be convicted?

Before the jurors are locked in their room, what is the last thing they hear that might influence their thinking when deciding the defendant’s guilt or innocence?

Describe the staging for this play and indicate what mood the staging generates. In addition to the set, mention something about the climate and temperature of the set.

Of what is the defendant accused, and what evidence is there against him?

Who is the protagonist in this play? Who does it appear will be the antagonist?

What is the cause of Three’s anger toward all young men?

From what you have learned of the jurors thus far, which one(s) would you want on your jury if you were on trial, and explain why. Which one(s) would you not want? Why?

What proposal does Juror Eight make at end of the act? What is his motive for making the proposal?

What dramatic climax occurs toward the end of Act I?

Juror Eight says he had a peculiar feeling about this trial. What does he think was wrong?