Module 15 Quiz

Question 1

Testimony preservation and discovery are two types of depositions.

True

False

Answer 1

True

Question 2

What should you do if you realize you have made a mistake or misstatement during a deposition?

a: If the deposition is still in session, refer back to the error and correct it.

b: Decide whether the error is minor, and if so, ignore it.

c: If the deposition is over, make the correction on the corrections page of the copy provided for your signature.

Both a and c

Answer 2

Both a and c

Question 3

Which of the following describes fact testimony?

Scientific or technical testimony describing information recovered during an examination

Testimony by law enforcement officers

Testimony based on observations by lay witnesses

None of the above

Answer 3

Scientific or technical testimony describing information recovered during an examination

Question 4

You should include work experience, training you provided or contributed to, and professional awards or recognitions in your CV.

True

False

Answer 4

True

Question 5

Which of the following describes expert witness testimony?

a: Testimony designed to assist the jury in determining matters beyond the ordinary person’s scope of knowledge

b: Testimony that defines issues of the case for determination by the jury

c: Testimony resulting in the expression of an opinion by a witness with scientific, technical, or other professional knowledge or experience

Both a and c

Answer 5

Both a and c

Question 6

Voir dire is the process of qualifying a witness as an expert.

True

False

Answer 6

True

Question 7

If you’re giving an answer that you think your attorney should follow up on, what should you do?

Use an agreed-on expression to alert the attorney to follow up on the question.

Change the tone of your voice.

Try to include as much information in your answer as you can.

Argue with the attorney who asked the question.

Answer 7

Use an agreed-on expression to alert the attorney to follow up on the question.

Question 8

When working for a prosecutor, what should you do if the evidence you found appears to be exculpatory and isn’t being released to the defense?

Bring the information to the attention of the prosecutor, then his or her supervisor, and finally to the judge (the court).

Destroy the evidence.

Keep the information on file for later review.

Give the evidence to the defense attorney.

Answer 8

Bring the information to the attention of the prosecutor, then his or her supervisor, and finally to the judge (the court).

Question 9

The most reliable way to ensure that jurors recall testimony is to do which of the following?

Present evidence using oral testimony supported by hand gestures and facial expressions.

Present evidence combining oral testimony and graphics that support the testimony.

Emphasize your points with humorous anecdotes.

Wear bright clothing to attract jurors’ attention.

Answer 9

Present evidence combining oral testimony and graphics that support the testimony.

Question 10

At trial as a fact or expert witness, what must you always remember about your testimony?

Your duty is to report your technical or scientific findings or render an honest opinion.

You’re responsible for the outcome of the case.

Avoid mentioning how much you were paid for your services.

All of the above

Answer 10

Your duty is to report your technical or scientific findings or render an honest opinion.

Question 11

Before testifying, you should do which of the following?

a: Create an examination plan with your retaining attorney.

b: Make sure you’ve been paid for your services and the estimated fee for the deposition or trial.

c: Get a haircut.

Both a and b

Answer 11

Both a and b

Question 12

When using graphics while testifying, which of the following guidelines applies?

Practice using charts for courtroom testimony.

Make sure the jury can see your graphics.

Your exhibits must be clear and easy to understand.

All of the above

Answer 12

All of the above

Question 13

What expressions are acceptable to use in testimony to respond to a question for which you have no answer?

I wasn’t asked to investigate that.

That’s beyond the scope of my expertise.

That’s beyond the scope of my investigation.

All of the above

Answer 13

All of the above

Question 14

What is a motion in limine?

The movement of molecules in a random fashion

A pretrial motion to revise the case schedule

A motion to dismiss the case

A pretrial motion for the purpose of excluding certain evidence

Answer 14

A pretrial motion for the purpose of excluding certain evidence

Question 15

What kind of information do fact witnesses provide during testimony?

a: Facts only

b: Observations of the results of tests they performed

Both a and b

Neither of the above

Answer 15

Both a and b

Question 16

During your cross-examination, you should do which of the following?

Maintain eye contact with the jury.

Answer opposing counsel’s questions as briefly as is practical.

Pay close attention to opposing counsel’s questions.

All of the above

Answer 16

Answer opposing counsel’s questions as briefly as is practical.

Question 17

Your curriculum vitae is which of the following?

A necessary tool to be an expert witness

A generally required document to be made available before your testimony

A detailed record of your experience, education, and training

All of the above

Answer 17

All of the above