In modern times, a wreath is a symbol of everlasting life and growth that is commonly associated with the Christmas holiday season. Throughout history, however, the wreath has been used as a symbol with numerous other meanings.
For the 1910 card game, see Mock Trial (card game). A mock trial is an act or imitation trial. It is similar to a moot court, but mock trials simulate lower-court trials, while moot court simulates appellate court hearings. Attorneys preparing for a real trial might use a mock trial consisting of volunteers as role players to test theories or experiment with each other.
The Mocker's Folly. The English word mock originated from a Latin word which meant to grimace, as in a contorted facial expression to show disrespect. It included making a mockery of someone by acting as a charade of them e.g. making fun of someone with a speech impediment by contemptuously speaking in such a way back at the afflicted person.