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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following has the writer made very clear by the end of the play?
(a) Every defendant deserves to have his case thoroughly examined by the jury.
(b) The defendant is innocent.
(c) The jury system is perfect.
(d) A strong juror can lead others in any direction.

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

3. What important shift in the attitude of many jurors takes place during the debates in Act II about the case?
(a) They become more sober and thoughtful in discussing the issues.
(b) They are more agitated because so much time is passing.
(c) They withdraw and consider their own feelings.
(d) They become calmer and participate less in the discussion.

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

5. What is the reason for Juror Two's doubts about the wound?
(a) The way in which the blood splattered.
(b) The time it took for the victim to die.
(c) The difference in weight between the defendant and the victim.
(d) The difference in height between the defendant and the victim.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who are the last two jurors to leave the jury room?

2. How do the jurors try to get an accurate estimate of the time of the events described by the old man?

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

4. Which juror says he would change his vote if he could find one reason to make him question the defendant's guilt?

5. As the jurors analyze the evidence and arguments more closely, it becomes evident that the dissenting voter is playing a critical role as an agent of change. Which of the following words best describes this role?

(see the answer key)

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