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Just Mercy Review Quiz

Authored by Davette Nutridge

English

8th Grade

DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept covered

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Just Mercy Review Quiz
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In "Just Mercy," what is the main focus of Chapter 1?

The history of the death penalty in the United States

Bryan Stevenson's background and motivation for helping the poor and incarcerated

The legal system's failure to protect the innocent

A specific case study of an inmate on death row

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2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Bryan Stevenson describe his first encounter with a death row prisoner in Chapter 1?

As a frightening experience that made him doubt his career choice

As an awkward meeting that gradually became more comfortable

As a transformative experience that solidified his commitment to justice

As a routine part of his job that did not affect him much

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3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major theme introduced in Chapter 3 of "Just Mercy"?

The importance of family support in legal battles

The impact of racial bias in sentencing

The challenges of reforming the criminal justice system

The role of mental health in criminal behavior

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4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In Chapter 4, Stevenson discusses the case of Walter McMillian. What was unique about McMillian's case?

He was convicted without any physical evidence

He was the first person Stevenson saved from the death penalty

His trial was held outside of the county where the crime occurred

All of the above

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5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Chapter 4 of "Just Mercy" highlights the story of a juvenile (Horance Dunkins) sentenced to life without parole. What does Stevenson suggest is fundamentally wrong with this sentencing?

It ignores the potential for rehabilitation

It disproportionately affects minorities

It is unconstitutional

Both A and B

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6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Stevenson argue the legal system fails children, as discussed in Chapter 4?

By not providing adequate legal representation

By treating them as adults in the court system

By ignoring their mental health needs

By not considering the impact of their home environment

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7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 4 pts

In "Just Mercy," how does Stevenson illustrate the concept of "mercy" in the context of the criminal justice system?

By showing how mercy can lead to reduced sentences

Through stories of individuals whose lives were changed by acts of kindness and compassion

By arguing that the death penalty should be abolished

By demonstrating the power of forgiveness from victims' families

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