Mock+Trials

Preparing for the Trial:
Google Vocabulary Presentation
 * Step up to the Plate: write a letter to your teacher persuading her for a speaking role in the trial.
 * Study your script, highlight your lines, and set up a time to read through with the other roles.
 * Use this link to clarify any vocabulary you are unfamiliar with (Vocabulary Link)

Selecting a Jury: (Voir dire Questions)

 * Is there anyone who does not think they can be fair in this case?
 * Is anyone related to or know anyone involved in the case?
 * Does anyone stand to benefit from the decision in this case?
 * Has anyone already formed an opinion in this case?

Trial Proceedings:

 * Jury listens carefully to the opening statements, witness reports, and cross-examinations of the plaintiffs and defendant.
 * Jury deliberation (expectations)
 * Jury Foresperson delivers the verdict
 * Court adjourns

Debriefing the Trial:

 * What were the strong and weak points in the trial?
 * What additional evidence would have been helpful?
 * Who was the most believable witness?
 * Did any of you change your mind during the trial? When? Why?
 * Are there other ways the problem could have been settled? (advantages and disadvantages)

Resources:
Mini-mock Trial Manual Vocabulary Resource Conducting a Mock Trial