Just Mercy Chapter 2 Quiz

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8th Grade
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Jason Avezzano
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What significant impact did the Attica prison riots of 1971 have on public perception?
They led to immediate reforms in all U.S. prisons.
They highlighted systemic issues of violence and neglect within the prison system.
They resulted in the closure of Attica prison.
They focused solely on the rights of prison guards.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.W.8.1B
CCSS.W.8.9A
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which of the following practices at Attica Correctional Facility is highlighted in "Just Mercy" as emblematic of the cruelty and inhumanity faced by inmates?
Inmates being denied access to medical care for chronic conditions.
Forced labor under inhumane conditions with little to no compensation.
Use of solitary confinement for extended periods as punishment.
Regular psychological evaluations that were never acted upon.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.W.8.9A
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In Chapter 2 of "Just Mercy," what does Bryan Stevenson reveal about his own experiences with law enforcement when discussing systemic issues in the criminal justice system?
He faced unjust treatment while trying to advocate for clients in police precincts.
He was arrested while gathering evidence for a case.
He experienced racial profiling during a traffic stop, which shaped his understanding of injustice.
He received support from police when investigating wrongful convictions.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RI.8.3
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.W.8.9A
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What was a significant issue regarding Mr. Ruffin's interactions with the Gadsden police?
He was unfairly targeted due to his race.
A public protest led by Mr. Ruffin against the Gadsden police
He was accused of a crime without any evidence against him.
The police actively worked to protect him from wrongful conviction.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.8.2
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What motivated Bryan Stevenson to speak publicly about the issues he encountered in the criminal justice system?
His desire to raise funds for his legal defense organization.
His firsthand experiences of racial injustice and the need for systemic reform.
The encouragement from his colleagues in the legal field.
A specific high-profile case that gained media attention.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In Chapter 2, Bryan Stevenson argued that the police could improve public safety without _____
Relying on aggressive tactics and militarization.
Increasing funding for law enforcement agencies.
Engaging in community outreach programs.
Enforcing strict penalties for minor offenses.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.2
CCSS.RI.8.6
CCSS.RI.8.8
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
After one of his talks, Bryan Stevenson met an old man who told him he was “beating the drum for justice.” What did this encounter symbolize for Bryan?
The importance of community activism in the fight for justice.
The inevitability of failure in advocating for the wrongfully convicted.
The need for more public speaking engagements.
The personal sacrifices that come with working in social justice.
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CCSS.RL.8.2
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What encouraged the man in the wheelchair to share his powerful message with Bryan Stevenson?
His own experiences of injustice and suffering.
The desire to advocate for his community's needs.
A personal connection to one of Bryan's clients.
The belief that public speaking could change minds.
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