Opening Statements To Begin In Trial Of Former Officer Kim Potter

Opening Statements To Begin In Trial Of Former Officer Kim Potter

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Social Studies, History, Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the case of Kim Potter, who is charged with manslaughter for the shooting of Dante Wright during a traffic stop. Prosecutors are set to make opening statements. Potter claims she intended to use her Taser but accidentally used her gun. She faces charges of first and second-degree manslaughter.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event is the focus of the case discussed in the video?

A robbery incident

A traffic stop shooting

A burglary case

A kidnapping case

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During what type of event did Kim Potter shoot Dante Wright?

A bank robbery

A protest

A home invasion

A traffic stop

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Kim Potter claim she intended to use instead of a gun?

A baton

A pepper spray

A whistle

A Taser

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which month did the incident involving Kim Potter occur?

May

June

March

April

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the charges against Kim Potter?

Third degree assault

First degree murder

First and second degree manslaughter

Second degree murder