Two weeks of preparation will now be put to the test. Tomorrow at 10:30 the first two trials will take place. Each group of three will present an opening statement, present at least two witnesses, two pieces of material evidence, cross examine two witnesses, and present a closing argument.
Today we reviewed the required elements and appropriate dress for the trial.
Students may bring a change of clothes if that change of clothes will enhance their presentation. Attorneys may wear dressy business attire. This would be a long sleeve button up shirt with a tie and slacks or a knee length skirt with tights and a blouse. Witnesses may wear attire appropriate to their character. For example, a farmer might wear overalls and a straw hat.
Students will be scored in several areas.
1. Group Work k- I will be looking for how the group interacted, split up tasks, and followed through on their tasks.
2. Historical Understanding - This is assessed individually. I will be looking for understanding of the causes and effects and historical accuracy.
3. Oral Presentation Skills - Volume, eye contact, appropriate gestures, and body language will all be looked at.
4. Persuasive speech - Did they use the correct vocabulary to sharpen their argument? Did they select the appropriate facts to sway the intended audience?
Parents are more than welcome to join us for the cases. The first case will begin promptly at 10:45 and we will be done for the day no later than 12:00.
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