What is the role of a jury in a trial?
Role of a Jury Quiz

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Social Studies
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8th Grade
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Shonika Anderson
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
To determine the guilt or innocence of the defendant based on the evidence presented in court.
To provide legal advice to the defendant during the trial.
To decide the sentence for the defendant before the trial begins.
To determine the guilt or innocence of the plaintiff.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How are jurors selected for a trial?
By volunteering for jury duty
Based on their personal connections to the judge
Through a process called voir dire
Through a random lottery system
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of jury deliberation?
To decide whether or not to hold a retrial.
To socialize and build relationships with other jurors.
To discuss and consider the evidence and arguments presented during a trial in order to reach a verdict.
To determine the length of the defendant's sentence.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How many jurors are typically required for a trial?
12
6
10
15
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the role of the jury during the trial?
To represent the defendant in court.
To decide the punishment for the defendant.
To evaluate the evidence and determine the guilt or innocence of the defendant.
To provide legal advice to the judge.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Can a jury member be removed from a trial?
Yes
No
Only if they are biased
Maybe
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the standard of proof in a criminal trial?
preponderance of evidence
beyond a reasonable doubt
clear and convincing evidence
balance of probabilities
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