Mastering Cross-Examination Techniques

What is the primary role of an expert witness in court?

• To provide an eyewitness account of the event

• To offer specialized knowledge or opinions

• To represent the defendant

• To cross-examine other witnesses

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following is a key purpose of cross-examination?

• To introduce new evidence

• To clarify the witness's testimony

• To summarize the case

• To present closing arguments

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify a common technique used in cross-examination to challenge a witness's credibility.

• Asking leading questions

• Providing a character witness

• Presenting a closing statement

• Offering an alibi

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following objections might be raised if a question is deemed irrelevant during cross-examination?

• Hearsay

• Leading

• Relevance

• Speculation

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is a strategic approach to preparing for cross-examination?

• Memorizing the witness's testimony

• Reviewing all case documents and evidence

• Ignoring the witness's background

• Avoiding any pre-trial preparation

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How can an attorney evaluate a witness's credibility during cross-examination?

• By observing the witness's body language and consistency in answers

• By asking unrelated questions

• By focusing solely on the witness's appearance

• By avoiding eye contact

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the difference between a lay witness and an expert witness?

• A lay witness provides opinions, while an expert witness provides facts

• A lay witness testifies about facts, while an expert witness provides opinions based on expertise

• Both provide opinions based on their expertise

• Both testify about facts only

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

During cross-examination, why might an attorney use the technique of impeachment?

• To introduce new evidence

• To discredit the witness's testimony

• To summarize the case

• To present closing arguments

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking