In the Courtroom

1. What is the first step in a trial process?

• Witness Testimony

• Jury Selection

• Closing Arguments

• Deliberations

2. How many jurors are generally part of a civil trial?

• 12 (+ 6 alternates)

• 8 (+ 2 alternates)

• 6 (+ 4 alternates)

• 10 (+ 5 alternates)

3. Who presents the opening statement first in a criminal trial?

• Defense

• Prosecution

• Judge

• Plaintiff

4. In a criminal trial, the verdict must be...

• Based on the preponderance of evidence

• Decided by the judge

• Unanimous

• A majority rule

5. What is the role of voir dire in a trial?

• To present evidence

• To choose the judge

• To select and question potential jurors

• To make a verdict

6. Who is responsible for delivering the sentence in a criminal trial?

• Jury

• Defense

• Judge

• Prosecution

7. In a civil trial, what is usually the focus of the dispute?

• Criminal actions

• Financial damages or negligence

• Political debates

• Constitutional issues

8. What does a “hung jury” mean in a criminal trial?

• Jury has reached a unanimous decision

• Jury cannot agree on a verdict

• Jury has made a quick decision

• Judge has dismissed the case

9. In a criminal trial, who brings the charges against the defendant?

• Plaintiff

• Defendant's lawyer

• Government prosecutor

• Jury

10. What happens after the jury deliberations?

• Oath and preliminary instructions

• Sentencing

• Verdict

• Witness testimonies