Understanding the American Criminal Justice System

The speaker addresses a courtroom, emphasizing the privilege of being there and the importance of demonstrating the American justice system's values. Arturo Marquez, who was forcibly brought to the country and charged with an unfamiliar crime, represents a test of these values. The speaker urges the audience to show the best of America by doing the right thing and sending Arturo home, highlighting America's compassion and bravery.

What does the speaker emphasize about the audience's presence in the courtroom?

• It is a privilege.

• It is a burden.

• It is a challenge.

• It is a coincidence.

How was Arturo Marquez brought to America?

• He came for a vacation.

• He was invited by the government.

• He traveled willingly.

• He was taken at gunpoint.

What is Arturo Marquez charged with?

• A traffic violation.

• A minor offense.

• A crime most people have never heard of.

• A crime most people are familiar with.

What does the speaker want the audience to demonstrate to Arturo?

• The wealth of America.

• The power of America.

• The best of America's values.

• The diversity of America.

According to the speaker, what qualities does America possess?

• Greed and selfishness.

• Fear and cowardice.

• Goodness and compassion.

• Indifference and apathy.

What action does the speaker urge the audience to take?

• Keep Arturo in America.

• Ignore Arturo's situation.

• Punish Arturo severely.

• Send Arturo home.