Courtroom Procedures and Terminology Worksheet

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Imagine that Maya and James are lawyers in a mock trial. What is the main purpose of their opening statement?

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To explain the case from a lawyer’s perspective before any witnesses testify

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Imagine Abigail is on the witness stand and Kai is the lawyer. What is Kai trying to do during his cross-examination of Abigail?

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Challenge or weaken the witness’s testimony

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Mia and David are practicing courtroom drama in class. Which of the following is an example of a leading question that David might ask Mia? What did you see at the park?, Didn’t you say you saw the defendant running away?, Where were you at 3 p.m.?, Who else was present that day?

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Didn’t you say you saw the defendant running away?

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During a mock trial, Isla stands up and says, “Objection!” What does this mean?

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A statement a lawyer makes when they believe something unfair or incorrect is happening.

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During a dramatic courtroom scene, Anika objects to a question. Who decides whether her objection is allowed?

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The judge

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What does 'burden of proof' mean in the case of Oliver and Grace?

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The side bringing the case must prove their version of the facts.

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Aria, William, and Harper are watching a courtroom drama unfold. Which of the following roles would NOT have a speaking part during the trial? Prosecuting attorney, Witness, Bailiff, Judge

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Bailiff

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When does the exciting closing argument take place in a courtroom drama involving William, Benjamin, and Lily?

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After all the witnesses have testified

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Imagine Liam, Evelyn, and Harper are on a jury. What important job do they have to do at the end of a trial?

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Deliver the verdict (guilty or not guilty)

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Imagine Daniel and Ava are in court, but there’s no jury—just the judge! What kind of trial are they having?

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A trial where the judge makes the final decision without a jury