VOICED : Pistorius vuelve a la corte

VOICED : Pistorius vuelve a la corte

Assessment

Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies, History

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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Oscar Pistorius shocked the world by killing his girlfriend on Valentine's Day. The case drew significant media attention, with journalists filling the courtroom. Pistorius, a double amputee and Paralympic icon, returned to court amid new controversies, including leaked crime scene images. Despite media influence, South African trials are judge-led, ensuring impartiality. The trial could last months, with Pistorius's defense arguing self-defense. If convicted of culpable homicide, he faces five years in prison, but premeditated murder could result in a 25-year sentence.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event led to Oscar Pistorius's arrest and trial?

He was accused of financial fraud.

He shot and killed his girlfriend.

He was caught using performance-enhancing drugs.

He was involved in a car accident.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the media contribute to the controversy surrounding the Pistorius trial?

By interviewing the judge.

By broadcasting live from the courtroom.

By publishing Pistorius's personal letters.

By leaking images of the crime scene.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the leaked crime scene evidence unlikely to affect the trial's outcome?

Because the evidence was deemed inadmissible.

Because the judge is not influenced by public opinion.

Because the defense team dismissed it.

Because the jury was sequestered.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the defense's main argument in the Pistorius trial?

Pistorius's actions were accidental.

Pistorius acted in self-defense, mistaking his girlfriend for an intruder.

Pistorius was not at home during the incident.

Pistorius was framed by the police.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential sentence if Pistorius is found guilty of premeditated murder?

Ten years in prison.

Twenty-five years in prison.

Life imprisonment.

Five years in prison.