Members of the Jury, Surely You Will Not Find Defendant

question 326

Multiple Choice

Members of the jury, surely you will not find defendant Carlos guilty of burglary. Carlos is a visitor from our neighbor to the south, where he has eight young brothers and sisters. Those poor kids and their impoverished mother live a desperate hand-to-mouth existence. Carlos was hoping only to send a few more dollars home to ease their suffering. In the name of humanity, you must vote to acquit this caring brother.

• A) Slippery slope.
• B) No fallacy.
• C) Missing the point.
• D) Appeal to pity.
• E) Red herring.

---

Definitions:

Interpersonal Therapy

A form of psychotherapy that focuses on improving communication patterns and how they relate to an individual's mental health issues.

Survivor

An individual who has lived through a traumatic or life-threatening event, often used in contexts related to abuse, illness, or disaster.

Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy

A therapeutic approach that seeks to explore unconscious motivations and conflicts as a means of understanding and treating psychological disorders.

Anxious, Dependent Patient

A patient exhibiting high levels of anxiety and a strong dependency on healthcare providers or caregivers for emotional support.