Courtroom Procedures

Who is considered the "referee" of the courtroom and the primary authority figure?

• Witness

• Jury

• Judge

• Prosecution

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What is the role of a witness in a courtroom?

• To record everything that is said during the trial

• To determine if the defendant is guilty or not guilty

• To represent the state and present the case

• To give statements about the case

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How many U.S. citizens typically make up a jury to determine if a defendant is guilty or not guilty?

• 3-5

• 6-12

• 13-15

• 16-20

What is the main goal of an opening statement in a trial?

• To present all the evidence

• To question the witnesses

• To capture the attention of the jury

• To record the trial proceedings

What should you avoid including in your opening statement according to the tips provided?

• Engaging facts about the case

• Arguing your case

• Making witnesses seem likable

• Stating what you are going to prove

What is witness testimony?

• A lawyer's argument

• A juror's opinion

• An account of what happened from someone who experienced it

• The judge's decision

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What is the purpose of cross-examination in a trial?

• To support the witness' story

• To poke holes in the witness' story

• To introduce new evidence

• To summarize the arguments

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What can be considered as evidence in trials?

• Only physical objects

• Only written statements

• Objects, pictures, statements, records, audio, among other things

• Only audio recordings

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When is the correct time to present evidence during a trial?

• Before the trial begins

• Only during the opening statements

• Throughout testimony and cross-examination

• After the jury deliberation

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CCSS.RI.8.1

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What are closing arguments in a trial?

• Arguments to introduce new evidence

• Speeches that summarize each side's argument

• Questions asked to the jury

• Evidence presented to the judge