12 Angry Men Act 2 Quiz

What is the main conflict in Act 2 of 12 Angry Men?

• Conflict with the judge

• Disagreement among the jurors

• Physical fight between the jurors

• Agreement among the jurors

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What evidence is presented in Act 2 that challenges the guilt of the defendant?

• The judge's personal opinion and bias

• The prosecutor's strong argument and evidence

• Testimony of a witness and new information casting doubt on initial eyewitness accounts

• The defendant's criminal record and past behavior

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How does the setting of the jury room contribute to the tension in Act 2?

• The spacious and airy setting of the jury room

• The cramped and stuffy setting of the jury room

• The quiet and peaceful setting of the jury room

• The brightly lit and cheerful setting of the jury room

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What role does Juror 8 play in Act 2 and how does he influence the other jurors?

• Comic relief and providing humor to lighten the mood

• Observer and remaining silent without influencing the other jurors

• Antagonist and causing conflict among the jurors

• Protagonist and presenting reasonable doubts and alternative perspectives

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What is the significance of the secret ballot in Act 2?

• It makes the voting process longer and more complicated.

• It allows the characters to openly discuss their votes with others.

• It prevents the characters from participating in the voting process.

• It allows the characters to vote without fear of judgment.

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How does the character of Juror 3 evolve in Act 2 and what triggers this change?

• Juror 3 becomes more open-minded and understanding in Act 2 due to the influence of the other jurors

• Juror 3 evolves from being aggressive and stubborn to to being outwardly ready to fight anyone who disagrees.

• Juror 3 remains aggressive and stubborn throughout Act 2, with no change in his character

• Juror 3's character evolves in Act 2 because he realizes he was wrong all along and changes his mind

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What is the resolution of the conflict in Act 2 and how does it set the stage for the final act?

• The protagonist gives up and the antagonist wins, leading to a tragic ending.

• The protagonist confronts the antagonist and proves he is being unreasonable.

• The conflict is resolved through a peaceful negotiation and compromise.

• The conflict is resolved offstage and the audience is left in suspense about the outcome.

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Why does Juror 9 suggest the old man may have lied in his testimony.

• He relates to the old man and feels that maybe the old man feels important for the first time in a long while.

• He shares that he witnessed the old man having a private conversation with a juror, and has likely been paid off.

• He says that the old man is confused and perhaps does not really know what is going on at all.

• He says he is friends with the old man and happens to know that the old man is desperate for recognition.

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How was doubt cast on the old man's testimony.? Check all that apply:

• He doesn't even live in the building and was just visiting a friend.

• He recently had a stroke and walks very slowly with 2 canes.

• He claims to have heard the boy scream while an El train would have been roaring loudly past his window.

• They acted out the man's ability to get to the door, and it is not possible that he got there in 15 seconds.

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What piece of evidence was brought into the room during Act II?

• a knife

• a diagram

• a letter
• a movie ticket

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