Just Mercy Chapters 12 and 13

How long was Walter McMillian on death row before his release?

• Six years

• Five years

• Seven years

• Three years

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

What was Walter's emotional state upon being released from death row?

• Conflicted with a wave of emotions

• Indifferent

• Joyful without reservations

• Unaffected

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

What major issue did Walter face in reconnecting with his wife, Minnie?

• Geographical distance

• Emotional distance due to his absence

• Legal restrictions

• Communication barriers

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

What does Bryan Stevenson plan to do after Walter's release?

• Retire from law

• Write a book

• File a civil lawsuit for compensation

• Take a vacation

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Why is it difficult for Walter to receive financial compensation for his wrongful conviction?

• Lack of evidence

• Qualified immunity protects the officials involved

• Walter refuses to sue

• The statute of limitations expired

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What new career does Walter pursue after a work-related injury?

• Logging business

• Selling scrap metal

• Writing

• Teaching

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does Walter use his experience to raise awareness?

• Creating a documentary

• Starting a blog

• Writing a memoir

• Speaking at law schools with Stevenson

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

What new role does Bryan Stevenson take on to inspire future generations?

• Politician

• Activist

• Teacher at New York University

• Filmmaker

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What recognition does Bryan Stevenson receive for his work?

• Presidential Medal of Freedom

• Human rights award in Sweden

• Nobel Peace Prize

• Pulitzer Prize

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What lasting impact does wrongful conviction have on Walter?

• Public recognition

• Financial stability

• Psychological trauma

• Physical health issues

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7