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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How old was the defendant when he lost his mother?
(a) Nine years old.
(b) Six years old.
(c) Thirteen years old.
(d) Eleven years old.

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

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

4. In what way is the vote suggested by the dissenting voter different from the previous vote?
(a) The jurors individually tell the foreman their decision.
(b) Each juror must give a reason for his vote.
(c) The jurors vote by secret ballot.
(d) The foreman does not vote.

5. According to the evidence, what weapon was used to kill the old man?
(a) A switch blade knife.
(b) A pen knife.
(c) A butcher knife.
(d) A hatchet knife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is "the burden of proof"?

2. According to the discussion, what kind of relationship exists between the victim and the defendant?

3. How does the dissenting juror discredit the allegation that the murder weapon is unique?

4. In what process does the defendant ask questions of the prosecution's witnesses?

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

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