Analyzing Just Mercy: Ch. 1,3,4

What is the main focus of Chapter 1 in "Just Mercy"?

• The history of the legal system

• Bryan Stevenson's background

• The struggle for justice

• The geography of Alabama

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In Chapter 3, how does Bryan Stevenson describe the legal system?

• As fair and just

• As complex but accessible

• As flawed and biased

• As efficient and quick

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What emotion does Stevenson aim to evoke in Chapter 4 when discussing capital punishment?

• Acceptance

• Indifference

• Hope

• Concern

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How does Stevenson portray himself in comparison to Walter McMillian in Chapter 3?

• As more experienced

• As equally victimized

• As a learner

• As a mentor

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What does Monroeville, Alabama, symbolize in Chapter 1?

• The birthplace of justice

• A typical American town

• The struggle against racial injustice

• The effectiveness of the legal system

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What recurring motif is evident in Stevenson's visits to prisons in Chapter 3?

• The power of redemption

• The importance of family ties

• The isolation of prisoners

• The efficiency of the legal process

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How does the first-person narrative in Chapter 1 affect the reader's experience?

• It makes the story less believable.

• It enhances the emotional impact.

• It confuses the main points.

• It detracts from the seriousness of the issues.

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What is Stevenson's primary motivation for writing "Just Mercy," as inferred from the first four chapters?

• To entertain with legal drama

• To advocate for justice reform

• To document his career

• To criticize the government

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How does the description of the prison environment in Chapter 4 support the book's message?

• By showing the luxury of prison life

• By highlighting the harsh realities faced by inmates

• By focusing on the security measures in place

• By illustrating the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs

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What contrast does Stevenson draw between legal professionals and death row inmates in Chapter 3?

• Professionals are seen as more educated.

• Inmates are portrayed as more honest.

• Professionals are depicted as more compassionate.

• Inmates are shown as more humanized.

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