Just Mercy ch. 1-4

What is the author's main purpose for including alarming statistics about poverty and racial injustice in the introduction of 'Just Mercy'?

• To criticize the government's policies on crime.
• To provide a historical context for the legal system.
• To highlight systemic issues affecting marginalized communities, showing a larger social problem.
• To entertain the reader with shocking facts.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

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What does Stevenson aim to achieve by including statistics about mass incarceration?

• To show the effectiveness of rehabilitation programs.
• To argue against the death penalty.
• To highlight the urgency of addressing systemic issues.
• To provide a comparison with other countries.

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Which theme is presented at the beginning of 'Just Mercy'?

• The effectiveness of the legal system.
• The role of education in society.
• Personal experiences with injustice and their impact.
• The importance of economic growth.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

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CCSS.RL.8.2

Why does the author share his personal encounter with the police in chapter two?

• To illustrate the personal impact of systemic issues, like the mistreatment of innocent people.
• To show how only a few police officers are bad, the rest are good.
• To discuss the history of policing in America.
• To highlight the differences between urban and rural policing.

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CCSS.RI.8.6

What is ironic about the author's renewed energy after a significant event?

• He decided to quit his job.
• He was motivated despite facing challenges.
• He became indifferent to his clients' struggles.
• He felt more tired than ever.

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CCSS.L.8.5A

Which of the following is an example of an injustice in Walter McMillan's trial, aside from jury selection?

• The absence of legal representation.
• The influence of media coverage.
• The presence of a biased judge.
• Moving the trial to a different county with less representation of his peers.

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CCSS.RI.8.8

How does the author's diction contribute to the tone at the end of the chapter?

• It reflects a tone of indifference and apathy.
• It develops a tone of urgency and determination.
• It establishes a tone of despair and hopelessness.
• It creates a lighthearted and humorous tone.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

What purpose does the author serve by including the story about Herbert?

• To discuss the psychological effects of incarceration.
• To provide a historical account of capital punishment.
• To illustrate a major injustice within the legal system, highlighting how the most vulnerable people are treated unfairly.
• To entertain the audience with a personal anecdote.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

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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.W.8.9A

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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