Final Exam: Monster by Walter Dean Myers

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What does the word 'juvenile' mean?

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Juvenile refers to a young person, typically a child or adolescent.

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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What is the verdict of 'not guilty'?

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'Not guilty' means that the jury has found the accused not to be responsible for the crime.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What does 'cacophony' mean?

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Cacophony refers to a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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What is the role of a jury in a trial?

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The jury is responsible for evaluating evidence and delivering a verdict.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

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What does it mean to give a sign in a criminal context?

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Giving a sign can imply indicating involvement or agreement in a crime.

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CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

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What is the purpose of a trial?

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The purpose of a trial is to determine the guilt or innocence of an accused person.

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CCSS.RI.7.3

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.3

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

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What is the difference between 'guilty' and 'not guilty'?

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'Guilty' means the accused is responsible for the crime, while 'not guilty' means they are not.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

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What is a mistrial?

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A mistrial occurs when a trial is invalid due to an error or a hung jury.

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CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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What does 'hung jury' mean?

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A hung jury is when the jurors cannot reach a unanimous decision.

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What is the significance of evidence in a trial?

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Evidence is crucial as it supports claims and helps the jury make an informed decision.

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1