Mock Trial

These professionals introduce evidence and questions the witnesses to bring out the full story.

• attorneys

• baliffs

• judges

• law clerks

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

The jury __________________.

• pays close attention to the evidence provided by both sides.

• listens to the radio during the trial

• answers questions from the attorneys

• displays emotions during the trial

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

The jury must decide guilt or innocence...

• by probable cause

• beyond a reasonaable doubt

• The jury does not decide

• in one hour

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What the attorneys will present to help jury decide guilt or innocence.

• Answers

• Evidence

• Computers

• Judge

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Responsible for determining guilt or innocence based on evidence.

• Jury

• Judge

• Attorneys

• Court Reporter

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CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

People who take the stand to testify.

• Jury

• Bailiff

• Attorney

• Witness

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CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.7

Which side goes first in presenting and examining witnesses?

• the Prosecution

• the Defense

Which of the following is a legal duty?

• Register and vote

• Hold elective office

• Keep informed about issues 

• Obey the law

In a mock trial, who is responsible for presenting the opening statement?

• A) The judge

• B) The jury

• C) The prosecution

• D) The bailiff

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is the primary role of the defense attorney in a mock trial?

• A) To prosecute the defendant

• B) To defend the defendant

• C) To judge the case

• D) To report the proceedings

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7