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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the dissenting juror insist they should spend time examining the evidence in detail?
(a) He believes the presentation of the case is prejudiced.
(b) He believes that the defendant is innocent.
(c) He believes the witnesses are unreliable.
(d) He is not certain that the defendant is guilty.

2. According to one of the witnesses, what was the defendant alleged to have shouted out to his father on the night of the murder?
(a) "I'm gonna kill you!"
(b) "I hate you and I am going to kill you!"
(c) "You are the worst father and I wish you were dead!"
(d) "I hate you and I wish you were dead!"

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

4. What is the reaction of the jury when the dissenting juror discredits the allegation that the weapon is unique?
(a) They claim he is a criminal just like the defendant.
(b) They begin to fight him.
(c) They are enlightened.
(d) They are astonished and one says that it is illegal to purchase such things.

5. According to one witness, where in the apartment building did the murder occur?
(a) On the staircase.
(b) On the landing.
(c) Upstairs.
(d) Downstairs.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what age was the defendant in reform school?

2. How does the prosecution help to establish for the jury that the eyewitness was in a position to see the murder?

3. What is the outcome of the "different" vote suggested by the dissenting voter?

4. Which words suggest that the defendant should not have to prove his innocence?

5. How does Juror Four challenge the defendant's alibi?

(see the answer key)

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