The ABCs of Mock TrialOnline version

Type the answer to the question, fill in the blank or appropriate word that matches the definition. Hint: the answer must start with the given letter of the alphabet. Not case sensitive. This activity is for middle school students.

by Arizona Bar Foundation
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B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
L
M
N
O
P
R
S
T
V
W

Starts with A

Evidence that is worthy of being allowed.

Starts with B

Responsibility for proving the facts in a case.

Starts with C

The examination of a witness by opposing counsel.

Starts with D

The examination of a witness by the attorney offering the witness’s testimony as evidence.

Starts with E

Witness testimony or exhibits offered by any trial party.

Starts with F

Something that the witness directly saw, heard, or experienced.

Starts with G

Having committed a crime. One can plead this way.

Starts with H

When a witness is asked something about during examination that they did not personally experience.

Starts with I

A judge can do this to a witness if it is determined they witness has not offered credible testimony.

Starts with J

The public officer authorized to preside over, hear and determine cases in a court of law.

Starts with L

A rule of conduct that should not be broken.

Starts with M

A request to a judge seeking a specific ruling or court order.

Starts with N

This occurs when a witness provides more information than what the question asks.

Starts with O

A statement of opposition during a trial.

Starts with P

Also knows as the plaintiff.

Starts with R

A judge offers this when they decide an objection is valid. A decision.

Starts with S

The act when a judge agrees with an objecting attorney.

Starts with T

Formal presentation of facts to a court to reach a legal decision.

Starts with V

The formal decision of a judge to determine if the defendant is guilt of the charges.

Starts with W

Person who gives testimony regarding what they saw or heard.