Capital Punishment Quiz

When did Jerry Gibbons serve as the Chief Executioner?

• From 1978 to 1999

• From 1982 to 1999

• From 1977 to 1982

• From 1978 to 1982

How many executions did Jerry Gibbons perform in 17 years?

• 62

• 37

• 25

• 17

What percentage of Americans are for the death penalty?

• 50%

• 25%

• 75%

• 100%

Which country is the last in the developed West to execute criminals?

• United States

• Canada

• United Kingdom

• Germany

What is the main flaw in the capital punishment system?

• Racial disparity

• Lack of evidence

• Inhumane methods

• Lack of public support

What event caused Karen Brassard and her family to be injured?

• Boston Marathon bombing

• Philadelphia bombing

• Oklahoma City bombing

• Timothy McVeigh bombing

How many people were injured in the Boston Marathon bombing?

• 260

• 166

• 23

• 7

Who was the younger brother involved in the Boston Marathon bombing?

• Zokar

• Tamerlan

• Jerry

• Ron

What was the method of execution used by Jerry Gibbons?

• Both electrocution and lethal injection

• Only electrocution

• Only lethal injection

• Gas chamber

What did the shebers realize about seeking the death penalty?

• It destroyed the lives of family members

• It brought closure and justice

• It was the right thing to do

• It was a difficult decision