12 Angry Men Film Key Quotes

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What does the phrase 'open shut case' refer to?

Juror 8

Juror 3 (correct)

Juror 5

Juror 1

Who said, 'They let him off. Reasonable doubt.'?

Foreman, Juror 1

Which juror thought the accused was obviously guilty from the beginning?

Juror 2

Who said 'The kids who crawl out of these places are real trash'?

Juror 3 Signup and view all the answers

Who believes 'the kid's a dangerous killer'?

Juror 3 Signup and view all the answers

What did Juror 4 say about slums?

Slums are breeding grounds for criminals Signup and view all the answers

Which juror said, 'I played in backyards filled with garbage'?

Juror 5 Signup and view all the answers

What did Juror 6 propose about the case?

Suppose you talk us all outa this and the kid really knifed the father. Signup and view all the answers

Who was convinced from the first day regarding the verdict?

Juror 6 Signup and view all the answers

What did Juror 7 say about Juror 11?

I'm telling ya, they're all alike. Signup and view all the answers

What term did Juror 7 use to describe Juror 8?

Dogooder Signup and view all the answers

What did Juror 8 say about prejudice in relation to truth?

No matter where you run into it, prejudice obscures the truth. Signup and view all the answers

What did Juror 8 state about a jury declaring someone guilty?

No jury can declare a man guilty unless it's sure. Signup and view all the answers

Who said 'A boy may die'?

Juror 9 Signup and view all the answers

What did Juror 10 say about the accused's fate?

The boy will be tried again and found guilty, as sure as he's born. Signup and view all the answers

What statement did Juror 10 make about people?

They're born liars. Signup and view all the answers

What phrase did Juror 10 use about the nature of people?

There's always one. Signup and view all the answers

What challenge did Juror 11 present?

Don't you have the guts to decide what you think is right? Signup and view all the answers

Who said 'Always some character'?

Juror 12 Signup and view all the answers

What did Juror 2 say about sending someone off to die?

You can't send someone off to die on evidence like that. Signup and view all the answers

What did Juror 8 mean with 'we owe him a few words'?

We owe him a few words Signup and view all the answers

What was the quote said by Juror 8 that implies doubt?

It's possible Signup and view all the answers

What did Juror 9 say about belief?

Only an ignorant man can believe that. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Judge advise to do regarding facts?

Try and separate the facts from the fancy. Signup and view all the answers

What does grave responsibility refer to?

Grave responsibility Signup and view all the answers

What did Juror 6 mean by 'get stepped on'?

Get stepped on Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Quotes from "12 Angry Men"

"Open shut case" - expressed by Juror 3, reflects a common initial assumption of guilt.
"They let him off. Reasonable doubt... a guilty man- a murderer..." - Foreman, Juror 1, highlights the potential consequences of a wrongful acquittal.
"I just think he's guilty. It was obvious from the word go." - Juror 2's immediate conviction emphasizes bias in judgement.
"The kids who crawl out of these places are real trash." - Juror 3 displays a prejudiced view influenced by socioeconomic status.
"The kid's a dangerous killer, you can just see it" - Juror 3 again reveals bias, associating youth from poor backgrounds with criminal behavior.
"Slums are breeding grounds for criminals" - Juror 4 generalizes criminality based on environment, showcasing prejudice.
"I played in backyards filled with garbage. Maybe you can still smell it on me." - Juror 5 reflects on personal experience in a similar environment, adding depth to his perspective.
"Suppose you talk us all outa this and the kid really knifed the father." - Juror 6 expresses concern over the gravity of a possible mistake.
"I was convinced from the first day." - Juror 6 admits to being influenced by prejudice from the outset.
"I'm telling ya, they're all alike." - Juror 7 generalizes about background, demonstrating a lack of individual consideration.
"Do-gooder." - Juror 7's dismissive term for Juror 8 indicates conflict over moral responsibility.
"No matter where you run into it, prejudice obscures the truth." - Juror 8 emphasizes the dangers of bias in decision-making.
"No jury can declare a man guilty unless it's sure." - Juror 8 underlines the principle of reasonable doubt in a trial.
"A boy may die." - Juror 9 highlights the stakes involved in their deliberations.
"The boy will be tried again and found guilty, as sure as he's born." - Juror 10 expresses fatalism about the judicial system's prejudice.
"They're born liars." - Juror 10's sweeping statement reflects deep-seated biases against marginalized groups.
"There's always one." - Juror 10 suggests a belief that dissenters are innately problematic.
"Don't you have the guts to decide what you think is right?" - Juror 11 challenges fellow jurors to embrace moral courage.
"Always some character." - Juror 12 remarks on personality types that can influence group dynamics.
"You can't send someone off to die on evidence like that." - Juror 2 stresses the importance of critical evaluation before convicting.
"We owe him a few words." - Juror 8 advocates for a thorough discussion before reaching a verdict.
"It's possible." - Juror 8 introduces an alternative perspective, promoting doubt.
"Only an ignorant man can believe that." - Juror 9 critiques judgments based solely on prejudice.
"Try and separate the facts from the fancy." - The Judge encourages jurors to focus objectively on evidence.
"Grave responsibility" - The Judge warns jurors of the serious nature of their role.
"Get stepped on." - Juror 6 comments on the social dynamics present during deliberations.

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Test your knowledge of key quotes from the iconic film '12 Angry Men'. This flashcard quiz covers significant lines delivered by various jurors as they deliberate a murder case. Perfect for movie buffs and those studying themes of justice and morality.