I. Choose the word that is closest in meaning to the underlined part.

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THE RULES AND LANGUAGE OF THE COURTROOM

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UNIT 3

The judicial system is full of traditions and protocol. If you are to appear in court, it's good to know the basics.

Before the judge enters the room, the clerk says “All rise”. At this point, everyone stands up. You are sworn in by the clerk. Don't lie when you are under oath. The result is being charged with perjury. Speak to the judge clearly and don't interrupt. Always address the judge as “Your Honor”. You cannot approach the bench. Only lawyers are allowed to enter “the well”. Then they talk to the judge off the record.

1. When the judge arrived, the clerk said, “Everyone, stand up”

A) Approach the bench

B) All rise

C) Your Honor

2. The prosecutor stood in the area in front of the bench to give his argument.

A) bench

B) protocol

C) well

3. It is important for people to know the proper rules and traditions for attending court.

A) oath

B) protocol

C) record

4. When Miss Ashley was on the witness stand, she was made to promise to tell the truth.

A) off the record

B) sworn in

C) interrupted

5. The attorney addressed Judge Lopez as “the title used to show respect for a judge”.

A) Your Honor

B) Off the record

C) Under oath

6. The attorney was annoyed when the witness stopped her from talking by asking a question.

A) approached the bench

B) addressed

C) interrupted