Just Mercy Quiz

What is one subtopic covered in the book/movie Just Mercy?

• Romantic comedy

• Environmental conservation

• Criminal justice reform

• Civil rights movement

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Who is the author of Just Mercy?

• Bryan Stevenson

• J.K. Rowling

• Stephen King

• John Grisham

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What is Bryan Stevenson's profession?

• Doctor

• Chef

• Lawyer

• Teacher

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Which case is prominently featured in Just Mercy?

• Eva Ansley

• Anthony Ray Hinton

• Walter McMillian

• Bryan Stevenson

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What is one of the main themes discussed in Just Mercy?

• Economic inequality and injustice in the criminal justice system

• Racial inequality and injustice in the criminal justice system

• Political corruption in the criminal justice system

• Gender discrimination in the criminal justice system

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What is the term used to describe the unfair treatment of individuals based on their race within the criminal justice system?

• Ageism

• Religious discrimination

• Racial discrimination

• Gender bias

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What is one example of systemic racism in the United States?

• Colorblindness

• Affirmative action

• Reverse racism

• The racial wealth gap

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What is the main focus of Bryan Stevenson's work as a lawyer?

• Environmental conservation and sustainability

• Criminal justice reform and fighting for the rights of marginalized individuals

• Corporate law and mergers and acquisitions

• Intellectual property rights and patent law

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What is the punishment discussed in Just Mercy that is often given to individuals who are wrongfully convicted?

• life imprisonment

• fine

• death penalty

• community service

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What is one effect of racial inequality in the criminal justice system?

• Disproportionate incarceration of people of color

• People of color receive preferential treatment in the criminal justice system

• Racial inequality has no effect on the criminal justice system

• Equal representation of all races in the criminal justice system

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