A Time to Kill
A Time to Kill. What happened in the movie ?
Describe the actions of Carl Lee Hailey in response to the sexual assault of his daughter.
2. Why did Hailey take the law into his own hands? Why didn’t he let the criminal justice system prosecute the rapists?
3. Why did the defense want the judge to grant a change of venue?
4. How were the psychiatric experts discredited during cross-examination?
5. Describe the racial tensions that existed during the trial.
6. In a paragraph, agree or disagree with the following:
In certain circumstances, murder can be justified.
7. Do you agree with the verdict in this case? Explain your answer.