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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Act I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the dissenting juror suggest that the jury should proceed instead of declaring a "hung" jury?
(a) He suggests they ask for additional evidence.
(b) He suggests they all take a new vote.
(c) He suggests they deliberate further.
(d) He suggests the eleven men vote again while he abstains; if one of the eleven votes "not guilty" they should discuss the case further.

2. What is the state of mind of most of jurors as they enter the jury room?
(a) Tired, uncomfortable and eager to return with a guilty verdict.
(b) Willing to do whatever is necessary to reach the right verdict.
(c) Eager to return a just verdict even though they are uncomfortable.
(d) Tired, but committed to spending whatever time it takes to analyze the evidence.

3. Before the jurors depart for the jury room, who gives them final instructions?
(a) The defense.
(b) The foreman.
(c) The prosecution.
(d) The judge.

4. What comment by Juror Ten reveals his prejudice?
(a) He dislikes all foreigners.
(b) He has lived among people "like the defendant" and they cannot be trusted.
(c) He dislikes all people who are not of his racial background.
(d) He dislikes all Caucasians.

5. At what age was the defendant in reform school?
(a) Thirteen.
(b) Fifteen.
(c) Sixteen.
(d) Fourteen.

Short Answer Questions

1. What information does Juror Seven provide about the history of the defendant?

2. What is the reaction of the jury when the dissenting juror discredits the allegation that the weapon is unique?

3. What does Juror Ten point out about an eyewitness to the murder?

4. What is a hung jury?

5. How many days has the trial been going on when the jurors begin their deliberations?

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