Lesson Bundle MOCK TRIAL

THE STATE v. GOLDI LOCK

OVERVIEW
Through participation in a MOCK TRIAL students are given a hands-on opportunity to examine legal processes and issues, while they develop important critical thinking and presentation skills through the examination of a hypothetical legal case. Teams try their cases – from opening statements, through direct and cross-examination, to closing arguments, each team has its own attorneys and witnesses and must be ready to present either side of the case.

This is a fun mock trial to try with STUDENTS IN GRADES 6-12 and adults of any age. It is a criminal case that revolves around the testimony of the witnesses on each side. Concepts that are learned and practiced and can be expanded on by teachers include:

• Criminal vs. Civil Law

• Prosecution and Prosecutors

• Defense and Defendants

• Witnesses

• Telling the Truth and Perjury

• Understanding Different Perspectives

Total Pages: 13 pages
Answer Key: N/A
Teaching Duration: 3 days

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