“You know how those people lie. They don't know what the truth is.” What kind of bias is hidden in this statement?

“They’re all born liars.” What stereotype is the juror using here?

“You can’t trust a word he says. He’s one of them.”What does this imply?

Slums are breeding grounds for criminals.”This statement is an example of a stereotype based on someone's socioeconomic status.

“It’s those people. I’m telling you, they let the kids run wild up there.”This quote contains hidden bias based on the environment and upbringing of the person on trial.

Scenario: A juror says, “He’s young, and they get into trouble. That’s what happens with kids like him.”What stereotype is the juror relying on to make their argument?

Scenario: A juror comments, “He's just a kid, you can't expect much from him.”What bias is at play in this statement?

What does it mean when one juror says, “You're not going to tell us that we're supposed to believe this kid, knowing what he is?”Explain what kind of bias or stereotype is involved here, and why it is harmful to the case.

How does the play 12 Angry Men challenge the stereotypes and biases expressed by the jurors?