Prima Facie Quiz

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Questions 1-5 of 25:

1.

How does Adam justify his gentle approach to cross-examining alleged sexual assault victims? (from Pages 32 – 44)

He sympathizes with them and wants them to win their case.

He thinks their testimony is usually weak, so harsh questioning is unnecessary.

He believes kindness helps uncover the truth.

He wants to avoid gaining a bad reputation in court.

2.

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 defence barristers should refuse to take on sexual assault cases.

That victims should never be allowed to testify in court.

That the law cannot be changed and victims must adapt.

3.

How does Tessa describe the challenge of defending someone accused of sexual assault? (from Pages 32 – 44)

The defence must prove the accused is innocent.

The defence must prove the alleged victim consented.

The defence must show the accused reasonably believed there was consent.

The defence must discredit all witness testimonies.

4.

What does Tessa’s mother urge her to do? (from Pages 68 – 88 )

Not let the experience destroy who she is.

Focus on her career instead of the trial.

Get revenge on Julian in her own way.

Drop the case and move on with her life.

5.

What does Adam reveal in his email to Tessa? (from Pages 68 – 88 )

That he does not believe her story.

That he has heard previous allegations against Julian.

That he regrets ever working with her.

That he is going to defend Julian in court.

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