Exploring 12 Angry Men: Act 1

What motivates Juror 8 to initially vote not guilty?

• He believes the evidence is overwhelming.

• He believes in reasonable doubt.

• He wants to challenge the other jurors.

• He feels sympathy for the defendant.

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Identify a key theme in Act 1 and provide an example.

• The role of loyalty, demonstrated by Duncan's trust in Macbeth.

• The struggle for power and control, exemplified by Macbeth's ambition.

• The importance of fate, shown through the witches' prophecies.

• The theme of friendship, illustrated by the bond between Macbeth and Banquo.

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How does Juror 3's personal history influence his arguments?

• Juror 3's arguments are influenced by his successful career as a businessman.

• Juror 3's strong belief in the justice system leads him to be overly critical of the defendant.

• Juror 3's past experiences as a juror make him more empathetic towards the accused.

• Juror 3's strained relationship with his son influences his arguments by causing him to project personal anger and bias onto the case.

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What symbols are present in the jury room, and what do they represent?

• Scales of justice and a gavel, representing fairness and authority.

• A trophy and a medal, representing victory and achievement.

• A clock and a calendar, representing time management and scheduling.

• A compass and a map, representing navigation and direction.

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Discuss the moral dilemma faced by the jurors in their decision-making process.

• The jurors prioritize their personal relationships over the case.

• The jurors are solely influenced by public opinion.

• The moral dilemma involves balancing personal beliefs with the obligation to uphold justice.

• The jurors only consider the evidence presented in court.

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Summarize the main conflict introduced in Act 1.

• The protagonist is focused solely on achieving fame and fortune.

• The protagonist is trying to escape from a dangerous situation.

• The protagonist seeks revenge against a rival.

• The protagonist faces a conflict between personal desires and societal expectations.

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How does the dialogue between Juror 8 and Juror 3 reveal underlying tensions?

• Juror 8 and Juror 3 discuss their favorite movies instead of the case.

• The dialogue reveals tensions between reason and emotion, highlighting personal biases and conflicts.

• The conversation focuses solely on the evidence presented in the case.

• The dialogue shows complete agreement between Juror 8 and Juror 3.

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What evidence does Juror 8 present to challenge the prosecution's case?

• Juror 8 presents a confession from the defendant.

• Juror 8 challenges the prosecution's case by questioning eyewitness reliability and highlighting lack of physical evidence.

• Juror 8 claims the crime scene was staged by the police.

• Juror 8 argues that the jury should trust the prosecutor's evidence.

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How do the jurors' biases affect their perceptions of the evidence?

• Jurors' biases distort their interpretation of evidence, affecting their judgment.

• Jurors' biases have no impact on their judgment.

• Jurors' biases enhance their understanding of evidence.

• Jurors' biases lead to a unanimous agreement on evidence.

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What role does group dynamics play in the jurors' discussions?

• Group dynamics have no impact on jurors' discussions.

• Jurors rely solely on personal opinions without group influence.

• Group dynamics play a crucial role in shaping jurors' discussions and decision-making.

• Group dynamics only create conflict among jurors.

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