Since questioning is the key to this activity. After questioning is completed, the jury discusses evidence presented. It will be useful if the class can observe the jury discussion. Throughout this activity the leader's role is to help students stay on the subject and remember their purpose. After the jury makes its decision, it is announced to the students.
Teacher observes students' abilities to use questions and to determine further questions.
If desired, students may be given their first questionnaire and told to write on the back if they would change any of their answers. Conduct a trial of the mayor for breach of contract, using similar procedures. A copy of Robert Browning's The Pied Piper of Hamelin. Pencils and paper. Read The Biggest Bear by Lynd Ward to the students.