jury questions

jury questions
In general, term refers to questions of fact which are peculiarly within the province of the jury as contrasted with questions of law which must be decided by the judge. Term may also refer to special questions or interrogatories which the court may direct to the jury for a special verdict. Fed.R.Civil P. 49.
See also voir dire

Black's law dictionary. . 1990.

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