Free UK law study video
In a moot, answer the question first
A calm practice routine for responding to judicial questions in a student moot without losing the structure of your argument.
Why this method works
Judicial questions are part of the exercise. Stop reading your script, listen to the entire question and answer it directly with the relevant authority and reasoning.
Address weaknesses honestly, ask for clarification when needed and signpost your return to the argument. Procedural details, document requirements and timing come from your competition rules.
- Listen fully and answer the question directly.
- Use authority and reasoning, acknowledging genuine weaknesses.
- Signpost your return and follow your competition rules.
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What the video says
UK law students, what if the judge interrupts your first moot? Pause and listen to the whole question. Answer it directly before returning to your prepared speech. Give the relevant authority and explain why it supports your answer. If the question exposes a weakness, address it honestly. If you do not understand the question, ask politely for clarification. Then tell the judge where you are returning in your argument. Practise this with a friend asking one unexpected question. Your competition's rules govern procedure, documents and timing. Durmah's free first-moot guide helps you prepare the structure, not memorise a performance.
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