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Atticus has proven his credibility to the jury through his professionalism, integrity, and fairness in his handling of the case. He has demonstrated his deep knowledge of the law, his respect for all individuals involved, and his commitment to seeking justice, which has earned him the trust and respect of the jury.
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Atticus is able to get the jury to think about mayellas motivation for lying?
Atticus highlights Mayella Ewell's difficult life and suggests she may have accused Tom Robinson out of fear of her father rather than the truth. By shifting the focus to Mayella's possible motivations, Atticus encourages the jury to consider the broader context of her actions and question her credibility. This approach challenges the jury to think critically about the case and encourages them to look beyond surface appearances.
Why did the Jury find Tom robison guilty?
The Jury found Tom guilty only on the basis of his color. Atticus had proven to everyone in the court that Tom was innocent, however because of the racism of the time the Jury would not let a black man go free against a white woman's word.
Who yelled at the jury and Atticus?
Bob Ewell or Mayella
How does Atticus explain his decision to allow Mr. Cunningham to sit on the jury?
Atticus says he allowed Mr. Cunningham to sit on the jury because Cunningham was a good man. Atticus also explained that women couldn't be on the jury because they're too frail, and would probably ask too many questions.
What did Atticus say to the jury that Scout did not hear?
Atticus asked that all spectators be removed from the courthouse.
Does Jem believe that Atticus has won and that the jury will acquit?
yes, true
Is it the trial judges job to determine the credibility of a witness?
In a bench trial, yes. In a jury trial, this is up to the jury.
Who said People have a way of carrying there resentments right into a jury box?
atticus.
What assumption does Atticus fear the jury will make?
Atticus is afraid the jury will assume Tom Robinson is guilty because he is black. The jury is all white, and the victim is white, and it was unheard of for a jury to find in favor of a black defendant over a white victim.
If a witness is proven to have lied to a jury do they lose credibility?
Only in the Court of Law, however if a person is found guilty, outside the court it would vary from person to person, needless to say you would lose trust from a few people.
How does atticus explain his decision to have allowed mr. Cunningham to sit on the jury?
Atticus says he allowed Mr. Cunningham to sit on the jury because Cunningham was a good man. Atticus also explained that women couldn't be on the jury because they're too frail, and would probably ask too many questions.
Why does Atticus want the jury to have a picture of mayella's life?
Atticus wanted the jury to have a picture of Mayella's life because he was trying to get everyone to see that she has to do all the chores, and she like the "outcast" of the family. He was also trying to show that Bob Ewell gets mad and drunk a lot at Mayella. And that is how she gets beat, and raped.
