Cross-examination
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A cross-examination is the questioning in court of a witness produced by the other side. The ability to test the evidence of one's accusers is a fundamental part of natural justice.
In a cross examination, the attorney will typically attempt to discredit points made by the witness during their direct examination by presenting them with leading questions that require a yes or no answer. A lawyer may not advance any theory of a case in court if they have not first given a witness the opportunity to deny such a theory.