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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the old man witness, where was he when he heard the argument between the defendant and his father?
(a) In his bathroom.
(b) In his kitchen.
(c) In his bed.
(d) On the landing.

2. How does the dissenting juror discredit the allegation that the murder weapon is unique?
(a) He says he has used a similar weapon for hunting.
(b) He presents an identical weapon taken from his own pocket.
(c) He shows pictures of several similar weapons.
(d) He reads an article stating that there are hundreds of similar weapons for sale in the community.

3. What attribute is consistently demonstrated by Juror Eight which helps the other jurors to unravel the case?
(a) The ability to argue.
(b) Arrogance.
(c) Careful attention to details.
(d) Knowledge of law.

4. Which juror admits to having changed his vote?
(a) Juror Ten.
(b) Juror Eleven.
(c) Juror Nine.
(d) Juror Five.

5. Why was the alleged eyewitness awake at the time of the murder?
(a) It was noisy because of the train.
(b) It was too hot to sleep.
(c) It was a stormy night.
(d) It was cold.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the defendant and for what is he being tried?

2. What reason does the juror who changes his mind give for doing so?

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

4. According to the juror who used to live by the el train, how long would the train take to pass a particular point?

5. What is the defendant's alibi?

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