Kyle Rittenhouse Murder Case Thrown Into Jeopardy By Mistrial Bid

Kyle Rittenhouse Murder Case Thrown Into Jeopardy By Mistrial Bid

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Social Studies, History, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The transcript covers the Kyle Rittenhouse trial in Wisconsin, highlighting key moments such as Rittenhouse's emotional breakdown on the stand, the defense's request for a mistrial with prejudice, and the prosecutor's controversial line of questioning. The judge admonished the prosecutor for bringing up inadmissible evidence, leading to heightened tension in the courtroom. The legal arguments and dynamics between the judge, prosecutor, and defense are explored, with the judge emphasizing the importance of following legal procedures.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the defense's request during Kyle Rittenhouse's testimony?

A retrial with new evidence

A mistrial with prejudice

A change of venue

A plea bargain

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the judge upset with the prosecutor during the trial?

For introducing new evidence

For questioning the defense's witnesses

For bringing up inadmissible video evidence

For delaying the trial

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the prosecutor claim about his line of questioning?

It was a mistake

It was approved by the judge

It was in good faith

It was based on new evidence

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the judge's reaction to the prosecutor's claim of acting in good faith?

He called for a mistrial

He rejected the claim

He postponed the trial

He accepted the claim

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the prosecutor's justification for his line of questioning?

It was approved by the defense

It was based on previous testimony

It was a new strategy

It was a mistake