Just Mercy Quiz

Why read Just Mercy?

• To understand the history of the United States

• To learn about the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy

• To explore the concept of freedom

• To study the economic policies of the US

How old was Bryan when the book begins?

• 25

• 28

• 30

• 32

Who was Karen Kelly?

• Walter McMillian’s lawyer

• A woman involved in an affair with Walter McMillian

• A judge in Walter McMillian’s case

• A journalist covering the case

According to the Bureau of Justice, black men are how many more times likely to be killed by police than whites?

• 2 times

• 3 times

• 5 times

• 10 times

What does the title of the chapter "The Old Rugged Cross" refer to?

• A famous hymn

• A landmark in the town

• A symbol of suffering and redemption

• A courtroom decoration

What started happening after Bryan got the case files?

• He found new evidence

• He lost interest in the case

• He faced numerous obstacles

• He immediately won the case

What had Judge Norton decided?

• To release Walter

• To uphold Walter's conviction

• To retry Walter's case

• To transfer Walter to another prison

What did Bryan decide was his next step?

• To appeal to the Supreme Court

• To give up on the case

• To seek new evidence

• To contact the media

Why would Bryan be afraid for Walter’s safety if released?

• Because of threats from other inmates

• Because of the community's hostility

• Because of Walter's health issues

• Because of legal technicalities

In the United States, between 1980-2010 the number of women sent to prison increased by what percentage?

• 50%

• 100%

• 200%

• 300%