Lecture Notes Flashcards

Flashcards based on lecture notes about school funding and the play 'Twelve Angry Men'.

Who is Trevor Cobbold and what was the main argument of his article?

Trevor Cobbold, from Save Our Schools, argued for a fairer funding system and more equality in student outcomes among schools.

Who does Cobbold aim his piece towards and why?

To make government officials consider evening out the funding given to schools, and to encourage parents of public school students to advocate for a fairer system.

What is Cobbold's intention when he points out the 'gross inequity' of Australia's school funding system?

To make parents feel frustrated about the inequity in school funding and to encourage them to advocate for a fairer system.

Which juror said: 'Facts may be coloured by the personalities that present them'?

Juror 11

Which juror said 'Witnesses can make mistakes'?

Juror 5

Which juror said, 'Children from slum backgrounds are potential menaces to society'?

Juror 4

According to the notes, what is Reginald Rose suggesting about the justice system?

Rose suggests the justice system is fragile when jurors allow personal prejudices to cloud their judgement and prevent them from fulfilling their civic duty.

What is the purpose of an introduction when writing an essay about a play?

To contextualize the text, introduce the title, playwright, setting, and broad purpose/message of the play.

What does Reginald Rose's play 'Twelve Angry Men' explore, and what does it highlight?

The play explores the strengths and weaknesses of the jury system and highlights how decisions made during deliberations can greatly influence trial outcomes.