Unveiling Bias in "12 Angry Men"

What does prejudice in "12 Angry Men" primarily stem from?

• The jurors' educational backgrounds

• The jurors' personal beliefs and preconceptions

• The defendant's behavior in court

• The evidence presented in the case

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How does stereotyping manifest in the jury room in "12 Angry Men"?

• Jurors use economic data to inform their decisions

• Jurors make assumptions based on the defendant's race or background

• Jurors focus solely on the facts of the case

• Jurors rely on scientific evidence

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Which juror in "12 Angry Men" changes his vote after reflecting on his own personal experiences?

• Juror 8

• Juror 3

• Juror 10

• Juror 5

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In "12 Angry Men," which juror's social status appears to influence his bias the most?

• The foreman (Juror 1)

• The stockbroker (Juror 4)

• The house painter (Juror 5)

• The salesman (Juror 7)

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What is the role of empathy in overcoming bias according to the events in "12 Angry Men"?

• It has no significant role

• It helps jurors understand the defendant's circumstances

• It causes more bias

• It is only shown by the judge

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Which juror in "12 Angry Men" is most notable for relying on stereotypes?

• Juror 2

• Juror 9

• Juror 10

• Juror 12

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How does Juror 8 demonstrate the importance of setting aside personal biases?

• By refusing to deliberate

• By focusing on the facts and seeking justice

• By being the first to vote "guilty"

• By using his social status to influence others

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What impact does the setting of the jury room have on the expression of bias in "12 Angry Men"?

• It amplifies the jurors' biases due to the confined space

• It has no impact on the jurors' biases

• It reduces the jurors' biases because they are being watched

• It encourages the jurors to hide their biases

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Which juror's personal experiences with his own son influence his opinion about the defendant in "12 Angry Men"?

• Juror 3

• Juror 6

• Juror 8

• Juror 11

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In "12 Angry Men," how does the concept of reasonable doubt play a role in overcoming bias?

• It is ignored by all jurors throughout the deliberations

• It is used to justify the jurors' initial biases

• It is introduced as a legal standard that challenges the jurors to question their biases

• It is only relevant to the judge's instructions and not the jurors

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