Question 1

The types of audiovisual aids used at trial ​

Accepted Answer

A)  are chosen as a matter of personal taste. ​ 
B)  ​ all cost about the same. 
C)  ​ can substantially affect how the jury learns and retains information. 
D)  ​ are chosen primarily for entertainment value. 
A)  are chosen as a matter of personal taste. ​ 
B)  ​ all cost about the same. 
C)  ​ can substantially affect how the jury learns and retains information. 
D)  ​ are chosen primarily for entertainment value.

Question 2

A motion in limine requests a trial de novo.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

If a party is dissatisfied with a verdict, the only recourse is appeal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The paralegal can assist in the selection of jurors at trial by ​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​ recording valuable information about each juror on the jury panel chart. 
B)  ​ asking questions of the jurors. 
C)  ​ making numerous judgments based on body language. 
D)  ​ making peremptory challenges. 
A)  ​ recording valuable information about each juror on the jury panel chart. 
B)  ​ asking questions of the jurors. 
C)  ​ making numerous judgments based on body language. 
D)  ​ making peremptory challenges.

Question 5

Trial motions include a motion ​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​ for summary judgment. 
B)  ​ to make more definite and certain. 
C)  ​ for failure to state a claim. 
D)  ​ for directed verdict. 
A)  ​ for summary judgment. 
B)  ​ to make more definite and certain. 
C)  ​ for failure to state a claim. 
D)  ​ for directed verdict.

Question 6

In preparing a diagram or chart for use in court, it is important to remember that ​

Accepted Answer

A)  horizontal wording big enough to see from a distance is best. ​ 
B)  ​ a paralegal without artistic ability should not attempt such a task. 
C)  ​ the more complex the diagram, the more help it is. 
D)  ​ vertical wording breaks the monotony of a diagram and should be used often. 
A)  horizontal wording big enough to see from a distance is best. ​ 
B)  ​ a paralegal without artistic ability should not attempt such a task. 
C)  ​ the more complex the diagram, the more help it is. 
D)  ​ vertical wording breaks the monotony of a diagram and should be used often.

Question 7

The appearance of your client is important at a jury trial.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A good rule of thumb is to use demonstrative evidence whether you think it will help or not.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Jurors can be relied upon to be unbiased and to apply the instructions given by the judge.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Models are the best type of demonstrative evidence if costs are to be kept down.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Voir dire is ​

Accepted Answer

A)  jury investigation. ​ 
B)  ​ the process of selecting the jury panel. 
C)  ​ the process of deciding a verdict. 
D)  ​ a trial motion. 
A)  jury investigation. ​ 
B)  ​ the process of selecting the jury panel. 
C)  ​ the process of deciding a verdict. 
D)  ​ a trial motion.

Question 12

A file status sheet is useful in pretrial preparation because it ​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​ rates the case as a good case or a bad case. 
B)  ​ indicates what steps remain to be completed prior to trial. 
C)  ​ encourages the opponent to settle. 
D)  ​ brings discovery to a close. 
A)  ​ rates the case as a good case or a bad case. 
B)  ​ indicates what steps remain to be completed prior to trial. 
C)  ​ encourages the opponent to settle. 
D)  ​ brings discovery to a close.

Question 13

A paralegal need not learn trial presentation technology, because that is usually handled by court personnel. ​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Subpoenas may be obtained at the last minute before trial.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

A juror data sheet ​

Accepted Answer

A)  helps determine who is called for jury duty. ​ 
B)  ​ is filled out by the clerk of court when the jury is selected. 
C)  ​ is a checklist of information about the trial for jurors. 
D)  ​ helps the attorney plan for voir dire. 
A)  helps determine who is called for jury duty. ​ 
B)  ​ is filled out by the clerk of court when the jury is selected. 
C)  ​ is a checklist of information about the trial for jurors. 
D)  ​ helps the attorney plan for voir dire.

Question 16

Translating body language ​

Accepted Answer

A)  ​ can be a valuable help in jury selection. 
B)  ​ should be done with caution. 
C)  ​ is based on science. 
D)  should be done by an expert witness. ​ 
A)  ​ can be a valuable help in jury selection. 
B)  ​ should be done with caution. 
C)  ​ is based on science. 
D)  should be done by an expert witness. ​

Question 17

A trial notebook should contain all the evidence gathered through discovery.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

In the federal system a motion for a directed verdict is called a motion for judgment as a matter of law.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A trial notebook ​

Accepted Answer

A)  is a brief of legal authority needed at trial. ​ 
B)  ​ consists of most things an attorney will need at trial, organized for quick access and retrieval. 
C)  ​ is used for cross-examination only. 
D)  ​ is given to each juror. 
A)  is a brief of legal authority needed at trial. ​ 
B)  ​ consists of most things an attorney will need at trial, organized for quick access and retrieval. 
C)  ​ is used for cross-examination only. 
D)  ​ is given to each juror.

Question 20

What is the primary type of task for paralegals at trial?

Accepted Answer

This is somewhat subjective, b

The types of audiovisual aids used at trial

A motion in limine requests a trial de novo.

If a party is dissatisfied with a verdict, the only recourse is appeal.

The paralegal can assist in the selection of jurors at trial by

Trial motions include a motion

In preparing a diagram or chart for use in court, it is important to remember that

The appearance of your client is important at a jury trial.

A good rule of thumb is to use demonstrative evidence whether you think it will help or not.

Jurors can be relied upon to be unbiased and to apply the instructions given by the judge.

Models are the best type of demonstrative evidence if costs are to be kept down.

Voir dire is

A file status sheet is useful in pretrial preparation because it

A paralegal need not learn trial presentation technology, because that is usually handled by court personnel.

Subpoenas may be obtained at the last minute before trial.

A juror data sheet

Translating body language

A trial notebook should contain all the evidence gathered through discovery.

In the federal system a motion for a directed verdict is called a motion for judgment as a matter of law.

A trial notebook

What is the primary type of task for paralegals at trial?

Welcome to the Law Office: Foundations for Litigation

The Initial Interview

Evidence and Investigation

Drafting the Complaint

Filing the Lawsuit, Service of Process, and Obtaining a Default Judgment

Defending and Testing the Lawsuit: Motions, Answers, and Other

Discovery and Electronic Discovery: Overview and Interrogatories

Discovery: Depositions

Discovery: Document Production and Control, Medical Exams, Admissions

Settlement and Other Alternative Dispute Resolutions

Post-Trial Practice From Motions to Appeal

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Exam 11: Trial Preparation and Trial

The types of audiovisual aids used at trial ​

A motion in limine requests a trial de novo.

If a party is dissatisfied with a verdict, the only recourse is appeal.

The paralegal can assist in the selection of jurors at trial by ​

Trial motions include a motion ​

In preparing a diagram or chart for use in court, it is important to remember that ​

The appearance of your client is important at a jury trial.

A good rule of thumb is to use demonstrative evidence whether you think it will help or not.

Jurors can be relied upon to be unbiased and to apply the instructions given by the judge.

Models are the best type of demonstrative evidence if costs are to be kept down.

Voir dire is ​

A file status sheet is useful in pretrial preparation because it ​

A paralegal need not learn trial presentation technology, because that is usually handled by court personnel. ​

Subpoenas may be obtained at the last minute before trial.

A juror data sheet ​

Translating body language ​

A trial notebook should contain all the evidence gathered through discovery.

In the federal system a motion for a directed verdict is called a motion for judgment as a matter of law.

A trial notebook ​

What is the primary type of task for paralegals at trial?

Welcome to the Law Office: Foundations for Litigation

The Initial Interview

Evidence and Investigation

Drafting the Complaint

Filing the Lawsuit, Service of Process, and Obtaining a Default Judgment

Defending and Testing the Lawsuit: Motions, Answers, and Other

Discovery and Electronic Discovery: Overview and Interrogatories

Discovery: Depositions

Discovery: Document Production and Control, Medical Exams, Admissions

Settlement and Other Alternative Dispute Resolutions

Post-Trial Practice From Motions to Appeal

Filters

The types of audiovisual aids used at trial

The paralegal can assist in the selection of jurors at trial by

Trial motions include a motion

In preparing a diagram or chart for use in court, it is important to remember that

Voir dire is

A file status sheet is useful in pretrial preparation because it

A paralegal need not learn trial presentation technology, because that is usually handled by court personnel.

A juror data sheet

Translating body language

A trial notebook