Prima Facie Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

How long has Tessa been waiting for the trial to begin? (from Pages 44 – 68 )

365 days.

1,000 days.

506 days.

782 days.

2.

What is Tessa’s mother’s reaction when she tells her she won a case? (from Pages 1 – 31)

She asks Tessa to take on a pro bono case for a friend.

She criticizes her, saying it means a criminal has gone free.

She encourages Tessa to switch to prosecuting criminals instead.

She celebrates Tessa’s victory and praises her skills.

3.

What argument does Tessa make about the legal system? (from Pages 88 – 108 )

That the law is an organic thing and must be changed to take rape more seriously.

That victims should never be allowed to testify in court.

That the law cannot be changed and victims must adapt.

That defence barristers should refuse to take on sexual assault cases.

4.

How does the police officer react when he learns that both Tessa and Julian are defence barristers? (from Pages 44 – 68 )

He reassures her that the legal system will protect her.

He expresses sympathy for Tessa’s situation.

He refuses to take her case seriously.

He says "Now you need us though, don’t you?"

5.

What does Tessa argue in defence of criminal defence barristers? (from Pages 1 – 31)

They only take on cases they personally support.

They ensure that every accused person has the right to a fair trial.

They work primarily to reduce prison overcrowding.

They always believe their clients are innocent.

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