The Sun Does Shine Test Study Set/Practice

Front

What major theme is highlighted in Hinton’s story?

Back

The flaws of the criminal justice system.

Front

How many years did Anthony Ray Hinton spend on death row before being exonerated?

Back

30 years.

Front

What is the primary reason Anthony Ray Hinton was wrongfully convicted?

Back

He was falsely identified by witnesses.

Front

Was Anthony Ray Hinton convicted based on physical evidence linking him to the crime scenes?

Back

False.

Front

What does the title, The Sun Does Shine, symbolize?

Back

Hope and redemption.

Front

Define wrongful conviction.

Back

A wrongful conviction occurs when an innocent person is found guilty of a crime they did not commit.

Front

What role does eyewitness testimony play in wrongful convictions?

Back

Eyewitness testimony can be unreliable and lead to wrongful convictions due to misidentification.

Front

Explain the significance of the criminal justice system in society.

Back

The criminal justice system is essential for maintaining social order, enforcing laws, and protecting the rights of individuals.

Front

What is the impact of economic class on justice?

Back

Economic class can affect access to legal resources, representation, and the likelihood of receiving a fair trial.

Front

What does the term 'exoneration' mean?

Back

Exoneration refers to the act of officially absolving someone from blame or fault, particularly in a legal context.