The Case Police vs. Jack

JonesTheft? Murder? Breaking and Entering?

Sit with your Mock Trial teams. Take out your 3- prong Grammar folder. Read the passage below.Write down the gerund, gerund phrases, infinitive and infinitive phrases.

Jackie Robinson was the first African American to play Major League baseball. Robinson played for the Brooklyn Dodgers. For ten years, he was their second baseman. Robinson was not just an incredible second baseman. He was also an outstanding hitter and fast runner. In 1947, Robinson was named Rookie of the Year. It was his first year playing in the major leagues. Two years later, he received the National League’s Most Valuable Player award. Each year, his popularity grew and grew. He led the Brooklyn Dodgers to a World Series victory in 1955.

Sit with your Mock Trial teams. Take out your 3- prong Grammar folder. Read the passage below.Write down the gerund, gerund phrases, infinitive and infinitive phrases. Today we will focus on participles. Can you spot any?

“Don’t be afraid.” That’s what Ruby Bridges’ mother told her on Nov. 4,1960. Little Ruby listened carefully to the advice. Soon, four United States federal court marshals, or officers, arrived at the Bridges family home in New Orleans, La., to drive the first grader to William Frantz Public School. A screaming mob was waiting. People stood near the building shouting. Ruby held her head high. With the marshals surrounding her, the 6-year-old walked into the school and into history books. That morning, Ruby became one of the first African Americans to attend an all-white elementary school in the South.

EQ: How do I apply persuasive and expository techniques in a real world context?ELACC8LI: Demonstrate command of the conventions of Standard English grammar and usage when writing or speaking.

ELACC8SL4:Present claims and findings, emphasizing points in a focused, coherent manner with relevant evidence sound valid reasoning, and well chosen details; use appropriate eye contact, adequate volume and clear pronunciation.

Today I will participate in a Mock Trial run-through. I will evaluate my performance and that of my peers.

Order of Court Media Reporters –you will begin as if you are outside of the courtroom reporting on the

trial that is about to take place. The Court reporter will call the Court to order. All rise the Honorable Judge ________

presiding. When the judge enters, all the participants should remain standing until the judge is seated.

Judge "The Court will now hear the case of the State of Fable vs. Jack Jones.The judge will then ask the attorney for each side if they are ready. The lead prosecutor will introduce and identify each member of the team and therole each will play. The lead defense attorney will do the same. Opening Statements (Prosecution, then defense)Judge will ask if the prosecution is ready to call their first witness. Prosecution Team calls witness for direct examination.Defense cross examinesThis continues until all of the Prosecution witnesses have been called.Prosecution rests once all of its witnesses have been called.Court Reporters summarize what has taken place in the trial thus far.Defense calls its first witness.This continues until all of the Defense witnesses have been called.Jury- taking notes on the case. You are only allowed to use evidence that is presented not your prior knowledge. The judge will instruct you on the law.Media Reporters- you should be taking notes to present at the conclusion of the trial.

Mock Trial Dates Graded Assignments:

Individual Expository and /or Persuasive Piece for Trial

Due: End of class on Monday, February 10, Mock Trial Practice

Due: Tuesday & Wednesday, February 18, 19

Mock Trial Due: Thursday, Friday February 20, 21

Activator

Mock Trial Set- Up Listen carefully to how the trial will be

organized. It is important that you understand your role so that the trial runs smoothly.

Direct FeedbackUse the rubric below to score your peer on how well they performed in the Mock Trial today so that they can improve for tomorrow’s rehearsal.5- Always 4- Most often 3- Sometimes 2- Rarely 1- Never

Did the person presenting appear confident in his or her role?Did the person presenting explain themselves clearly?Was the person convincing?Did the person give eye contact or appropriate body language?Did the person know their part without relying on notes?

Mock Trial All resources are from :http://www.abc.net.au/mocktrial/thecase/thecase.htm

Graded Assignments: Complete the Anticipation Guide based on facts about

the case. Daily Grammar Practice (Participation / Test Grade

every Friday) Individual Expository and /or Persuasive Piece for

Trial Participation in the Mock Trial

Daily Cooperation / Involvement in Preparing for the Mock Trial

Questioning the Witnesses…http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fg99EFnTMzg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQQkGpzmk1M

Building Background 1. What is the name of the defendant? 2. What is one objection the prosecution

makes? What is a piece of physical evidence

presented in the case? What is a type of circumstantial evidence

presented in the case? What do you notice about the tone of the

trial?

Background Information… View the video of “Jack and the

Beanstalk.” Take notes on the events using the

graphic organizer provided. Be prepared to discuss your notes/ideas.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sB0UklgJBnI

The Charges http://www.abc.net.au/mocktrial/thecase/charge.htm

What does a courtroom look like?http://19thcircuitcourt.state.il.us/SiteCollectionImages/crtroom.jpg

Step in a trial… Calling of Case by Bailiff: "All rise. The Court of _______________ is now in session. Honorable

Judge ______________ presiding.

Opening Statement: First the prosecutor (criminal case) or plaintiff's attorney (civil case), then the defendant's attorney, explain what their evidence will be and what they will try to prove. 

Prosecution’s or Plaintiff's Case: Witnesses are called to testify (direct examination) and other physical evidence is introduced. Each witness called is cross-examined '(questioned so as to break down the story or be discredited) by the defense. 

Defendant's Case: Same as the third step except that defense calls witnesses for direct examination; cross-examination by prosecution/plaintiff. 

Closing Statement: An attorney for each side reviews the evidence presented and asks for a decision in his/her favor. 

Jury Instructions (Jury Trials Only): The Judge explains to the jury appropriate rules of law that it is to consider in weighing the evidence. As a general rule, the prosecution (or the plaintiff in a civil case) must meet the burden of proof in order to prevail. In a criminal case this burden is very high. In order for the accused? Are some parts of the trial more important than others? Would you trust a jury of your peers to determine your guilt or innocence? Students should also explore their reactions to playing attorneys, witnesses, jurors, and the judge. What roles do each play in the trial process?