#1
What is the primary purpose of jury selection in a trial?
To ensure a fair and impartial jury
ExplanationEnsuring fairness and impartiality in jury composition.
#2
What is the primary purpose of the opening statement in a trial?
To inform the jury about the case
ExplanationInforming the jury about the case.
#3
What does the term 'voir dire' translate to in English?
To speak the truth
ExplanationTranslated as 'to speak the truth'.
#4
What is the role of the bailiff in a courtroom?
To maintain order in the courtroom and assist the judge
ExplanationMaintaining order and assisting judge.
#5
In a criminal trial, what is the purpose of the cross-examination?
To question the credibility of the witnesses
ExplanationQuestioning witness credibility.
#6
What is the purpose of the opening statement in a trial?
To summarize the case and provide an overview
ExplanationProviding case summary and overview.
#7
Which term refers to the process of questioning potential jurors to determine their suitability for a trial?
Voir dire
ExplanationProcess of assessing potential jurors' suitability.
#8
In the context of jury selection, what does the term 'peremptory challenge' mean?
A challenge without stating a reason
ExplanationChallenging a juror without explanation.
#9
What is the 'Batson challenge' in the context of jury selection?
A challenge alleging racial or gender bias in jury selection
ExplanationChallenging jury selection for bias.
#10
In a criminal trial, what is the burden of proof required for the prosecution to secure a conviction?
Beyond a reasonable doubt
ExplanationHigh standard of proof for conviction.
#11
What is the significance of the 'Miranda warning' in the context of criminal trials?
It informs individuals of their right to an attorney and their right to remain silent.
ExplanationInforming rights to attorney and silence.
#12
In a civil trial, what is the standard of proof required for the plaintiff to win the case?
Preponderance of the evidence
ExplanationStandard of proof for civil cases.
#13
What is the purpose of sequestering a jury during a trial?
To prevent outside influences on the jury's decision
ExplanationAvoiding external influences on the jury.
#14
Which amendment to the United States Constitution guarantees the right to a trial by an impartial jury?
Sixth Amendment
ExplanationConstitutional right to impartial jury.
#15
What is the purpose of the closing argument in a trial?
To summarize the case and persuade the jury
ExplanationSummarizing case and persuading jury.
#16
What is the purpose of a preemptory challenge during jury selection?
To challenge a juror without providing a reason
ExplanationChallenging jurors without reason.
#17
Which of the following is a constitutional right afforded to individuals during a trial?
The right to speedy trial
ExplanationConstitutional right to speedy trial.
#18
What is the concept of 'beyond a reasonable doubt' in the context of criminal trials?
The evidence is not open to doubt or alternative explanations.
ExplanationStandard where evidence is indisputable.