Court TV: Jury Selection Underway In Derek Chauvin Trial

Court TV: Jury Selection Underway In Derek Chauvin Trial

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On the second day of the Derek Chauvin trial, potential jurors were questioned about their backgrounds and exposure to the video of George Floyd's death. Most jurors had seen the video, but one who hadn't was still considered for the jury. The defense was accused of racially motivated juror dismissals, but the judge found the reasons to be race-neutral. Jury selection continues, with selected jurors returning on March 29th.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

On the second day of the trial, what were potential jurors primarily questioned about?

Their backgrounds and if they watched the video of George Floyd's death

Their knowledge of legal procedures

Their previous jury experience

Their opinions on the case outcome

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome for the juror who had not watched the video of George Floyd's death?

He was given a different role in the trial

He was dismissed from the jury pool

He was selected to potentially be on the jury

He was asked to watch the video

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reason given by the judge for dismissing the accusation of racially motivated strikes?

The jurors requested to be dismissed

The strikes were based on race-neutral reasons

The jurors were not qualified

The defense had a valid legal strategy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the defense's action that led to accusations of racial bias?

Requesting a change of venue

Challenging the evidence presented

Requesting a delay in the trial

Dismissing two Hispanic jurors

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the next step for jurors who are selected during the jury selection process?

They will be asked to return on March 29th

They will be dismissed

They will start deliberations immediately

They will be given a summary of the case