The Trial Process Quiz

What is one reason why conflicts might arise between individuals?

• Because laws cover every possible situation

• Because everyone understands the law perfectly

• Because a person might deliberately break a law

• Because there are no guidelines for behavior

What is arbitration?

• A process where parties talk face to face

• A process where a third party makes a decision for the parties

• A process where parties go to trial

• A process where parties ignore the conflict

What is the role of a mediator in mediation?

• To make a final decision for the parties

• To help parties find a compromise or common ground

• To represent one side in court

• To enforce the law strictly

What is litigation?

• A friendly discussion between parties

• A process where parties ignore the conflict

• A legal contest carried on by the judicial process

• A method to avoid going to court

What is the adversary system?

• A system where only one side presents their case

• A system where two sides turn to a third, impartial party

• A system where the government decides the outcome

• A system where no arguments are presented

Who is the person called that brings a complaint in a civil trial?

• Defendant

• Prosecutor

• Plaintiff

• Witness

In a criminal trial, who is the person accused of a crime?

• Plaintiff

• Defendant

• Prosecutor

• Witness

What is the role of the prosecutor in a criminal trial?

• To defend the accused

• To represent the government

• To act as a witness

• To serve as a judge

What is the term for the factual information presented by attorneys in a trial?

• Testimony

• Evidence

• Verdict

• Argument

Which of the following is NOT a form of evidence?

• Testimony

• Documents

• Physical Evidence

• Verdict