12 Angry Men Jurors Flashcards

Study Notes

Jurors Overview

Foreman (Juror 1): Assistant football coach, formally handles jury organization, has a stubborn nature.
Juror 2: A shy bank clerk, hesitant to participate, easily swayed by opinions of others, follows whoever speaks last.
Juror 3: Forceful small business owner; has a strained relationship with his son which influences his prejudice against the defendant. Last to change his vote after recognizing his bias.
Juror 4: Serious stock broker, relies on logical analysis of facts, strongly believes in the defendant's guilt.
Juror 5: Hospital worker from Harlem with a background in the slums, knowledgeable about switchblades.
Juror 6: House painter who enjoys the trial duration to avoid work, respectful and defends an older juror, the 9th Juror.

Jurors' Motivations and Perspectives

Juror 7: More interested in a baseball game than the trial, changes vote to “not guilty” to hasten deliberations without genuine concern for justice.
Juror 8: Only initial "not guilty" vote, thoughtful architect advocating for detailed evidence discussion, wants fairness in the trial.
Juror 9: Elderly juror who appreciates Juror 8's enthusiasm for justice, quickly switches his vote to "not guilty" after hearing logical arguments.

Prejudice and Patriotic Values

Juror 10: Most aggressive against the defendant, displays prejudiced views and derogatory stereotypes, labeling the defendant as "one of them."
Juror 11: German immigrant, expresses patriotism and love for the American justice system, emphasizes jurors' duties and responsibilities in the process.
Juror 12: Advertising executive, views people through a superficial lens of statistics and demographics, lacks genuine understanding and empathy.

Description

Explore the key characters from the classic play '12 Angry Men' through these flashcards. Each card presents essential traits and definitions for the jurors, aiding in a deeper understanding of their roles and dynamics in the story.