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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. What important information casts doubts on the eyewitness' story in the first discussion of the evidence?
2. Who is the defendant and for what is he being tried?
3. According to the evidence, what weapon was used to kill the old man?
4. What comment by Juror Ten reveals his prejudice?
5. Why does the dissenting juror challenge the fact that other jurors are willing to take the alleged eyewitness' word when they would not accept the defendant's word?
Short Essay Questions
1. How does the old man's testimony implicate the defendant?
2. What inconsistency in Juror Ten's arguments does Juror Eight point out, and what is the result?
3. What is Juror Eight's response to the declaration of Juror Sevel about the defendant's criminal record?
4. What is the defendant's alibi and how does Juror Four respond to it?
5. How do the jurors respond to the defendant's explanation of his purchase of the knife and the fact that he cannot produce it?
6. What are the physical and personal concerns facing the jurors as they begin their deliberations?
7. What information does Juror Three present in an attempt to draw the jurors' attention to the "facts of the case"?
8. What views do the jurors have about the defendant's background?
9. On what point do Juror Eight and Juror Four agree concerning the performance of the defendant's lawyer? How do they differ?
10. Which juror refers to the defendant's criminal record, and what does this consist of?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Discuss the roles of the three most active minor characters in "Twelve angry men". To what extent do they contribute to conflict in the play and how do they assist in the resolution of such conflict?
Essay Topic 2
This play has been used to teach students about group behavior and the role of individual influence in group settings. What does the play have to offer as a representation of group behavior and the influence that individuals can have in group settings?
Essay Topic 3
What are the advantages and disadvantages of including "Twelve angry Men" in the literature syllabus for high school students?
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