1. A Play about a boy on trial for the murder of his father 12 Jurors must reach a verdict on the guilt of the defendant

2.  What is a fair trial?  How does our justice system ensure that citizens receive a fair trial?  Decisions by a majority vote are always fair. True or False? http://fischersoph.files.wordpress.com/2 010/09/12-angry-men-script.pdf http://fischersoph.files.wordpress.com/2 010/09/12-angry-men-script.pdf

3. Reginald Rose--author Born in New York City Was a television writer for Studio One (a TV show featuring original plays) After serving on a jury, he wrote this play based on the experiences of a juror member Juror # 8 (lead role) was played by Henry Fonda (award winning actor)

4.  Homicide: any killing of a human being  Premeditated Homicide: a murder planned in advance  Evidence: points to the truth without proving it  Acquittal: setting free by declaring not guilty  Defendant: person accused or sued  Jury: 12 people chosen to determine guilt

5.  Prosecution: the carrying on of a lawsuit  Verdict: the decision of a jury  Witness: person who gives first hand account– information dealing with the crime  Perjury: telling of a lie after taking an oath  Foreman: Chairman of a jury  Unanimous: United in opinion  Hung Jury: group who can’t reach an agreement  Reasonable doubt: uncertainty about evidence