Spectators crowd the hot courtroom several days later as Brady and Drummond choose the last two jurors for Cates' trial. Throughout the questioning, friction between Brady and Drummond becomes apparent as they haggle about every issue. Their bickering makes clear that this trial is not just about Cates' guilt or innocence but about censorship versus freedom of thought.
After the judge adjourns the trial for the day, Rachel Brown goes to Drummond and insists that he call off the trial. Cates reveals that he is scared but determined to stand his ground. Drummond admits that he cares about what Cates' thinks and is empathetic. Rachel feels confused, guilty, and upset. She tells Drummond and Cates that she talked to Brady about conversations she had had with Cates and will have to testify against him.
