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Lesson 2

Judge

A judge is an officer authorized to hear and determine civil or criminal

cases and to administer justice. He is an arbitrator. He is responsible to hear

and try a case in a court of law. He also tries to give final opinion or decision

and to criticize. Being a judge is usually a prestigious and solemn position in

society. A variety of traditions have become associated with the occupation.

Comprehension

1. What is the authority of a judge?
2. What is being administered by a judge?

Questions

1. What is being administered by a judge?

2. What are the responsibilities of a judge?

3. What is the common perception about a judge?

4. Would you like to be a judge in a talent contest?

Vocabulary & Expressions
case - Question of facts requiring an investigation.
court - The hall where justice is administered.
arbitrator - Referee, umpire / The one that stands on the middle of two opposing sides.
prestigious - having prestige, honored
solemn - marked by the observance of established form of ceremony.

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