4.8 Vocab Review

Question 1

The right to remove a juror without giving reason.

Accepted Answer

Peremptory Strike

Question 2

A public official who acts as prosecutor for the state or the federal government in court in a particular district.

Accepted Answer

District Attorney

Question 3

Arresting someone for trespassing so you can question them about a murder case is a Pretextual Charge.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

A person, especially a public official, who institutes legal proceedings against someone.

Accepted Answer

Prosecutor

Question 5

The art of persuasive speaking or writing, especially the use of figures of speech and other compositional techniques.

Accepted Answer

Rhetoric

Question 6

Perjury occurs when someone doesn't show up for court.

Accepted Answer

False

Questions 6