End of 12 Angry Men

What makes 12 Angry Men unique as a play is the setting and the fact that we (as readers) do not hear the arguments in court. Based on what we do know, do you think the jurors came to a fair conclusion? Why or why not?

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People often say that what 12 Angry Men does well is to highlight the importance of being judged by a "jury of your peers."

Discuss specifically how a diverse pool jurors impacts the outcome of the trial.

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Who would you consider the PROTAGONIST of the play? Why?

Protagonist = an advocate or champion of a particular cause or idea

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In your opinion, what is the strongest piece of evidence proving the defendant's INNOCENCE?

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In your opinion, what is the strongest piece of evidence proving the defendant's GUILT?

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