Review of Steve's Testimony

What is the primary claim Steve tries to make in his testimony?

• He had absolutely no connection to the robbery.

• He was forced to participate in the robbery.

• He wasn’t at the drugstore when the robbery occurred.

• He regrets being involved in the crime.

What evidence does Steve use to support his claim of innocence?

• His friendship with King.

• His alibi that he was filming for school.

• His clean criminal record.

• The lack of witnesses who saw him at the scene.

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How does Steve respond when asked if he knew James King?

• He admits they were best friends.

• He denies knowing him completely.

• He says they knew each other but weren’t close.

• He claims they worked on the robbery together.

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During cross-examination, what strategy does the prosecutor, Petrocelli, use to challenge Steve’s credibility?

• Accuses him of lying about his alibi.

• Highlights his association with known criminals.

• Questions his motives for testifying.

• Brings up inconsistencies in his earlier statements.

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What role does Steve say he played in the robbery?

• He denies having any role.

• He admits to being the lookout.

• He says he helped plan the robbery.

• He claims he was forced to participate.

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How might the jury interpret Steve’s demeanor during his testimony?

• Calm and collected, which could suggest innocence.

• Overconfident, which might be seen as arrogance.

• Apologetic, which could imply guilt.

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What is the purpose of the cup game that O’Brien plays with Steve before his testimony?

• To test his ability to remain anxious under pressure.

• To show him how to handle tricky questions during cross-examination.

• To distract him from his concern about testifying.

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Why does Steve's lawyer emphasize his clean criminal record during his testimony?

• To show he is different from the other defendants.

• To argue that he is too young to commit such a crime.

• To distract the jury from the inconsistencies in his story.

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