Just Mercy Review

How does Bryan Stevenson address the issue of juvenile incarceration in "Just Mercy"?

• He believes juveniles should be treated as adults

• He advocates for more severe punishments for juvenile offenders

• He highlights the need for rehabilitation and fair treatment of juvenile offenders

• He suggests that juveniles should not be held accountable for their actions

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What role does racial bias play in the cases Bryan Stevenson handles in "Just Mercy"?

• It is rarely mentioned in the book

• It is a significant factor contributing to wrongful convictions and harsh sentences

• It only affects certain types of cases

• It is completely absent from the justice system

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How does Bryan Stevenson's personal background influence his work and advocacy in 'Just Mercy'?

• It has no influence on his work

• It motivates him to seek justice and equality for marginalized individuals

• It makes him biased in favor of wealthy clients

• It causes him to ignore systemic injustices

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Choose the correctly capitalized sentence:

• bryan stevenson wrote the book Just Mercy.

• Bryan Stevenson wrote the book just mercy.

• Bryan Stevenson wrote the book Just Mercy.

• bryan stevenson wrote the book just mercy.

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Which of the following sentences is a strong claim?

• "Many people believe that Bryan Stevenson is an excellent lawyer."

• "Bryan Stevenson’s work has significantly improved the lives of many wrongfully convicted individuals."

• "Some say that the justice system needs reform."

• "Bryan Stevenson travels frequently for work."

Determine the best revision for this weak claim to make it stronger: "Bryan Stevenson is a lawyer."

• "Bryan Stevenson is a dedicated lawyer who fights for justice."

• "Bryan Stevenson sometimes practices law."

• "Bryan Stevenson works in an office."

• "Bryan Stevenson writes books."

In "Just Mercy," what does Stevenson suggest about the relationship between poverty and justice?

• Poverty has no impact on justice

• Poor people have better access to justice

• Poverty often leads to unfair treatment in the justice system

• Only wealthy individuals can experience injustice

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What is the primary theme explored in 'Just Mercy'?

• Justice and redemption

• Love and betrayal

• Adventure and discovery

• Wealth and power

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Which literary device is frequently used by Bryan Stevenson in 'Just Mercy' to emphasize his points?

• Metaphor

• Alliteration

• Hyperbole

• Irony

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In 'Just Mercy', how does Bryan Stevenson illustrate the impact of systemic racism?

• By ignoring racial issues

• By highlighting individual stories of injustice

• By focusing solely on economic factors

• By discussing only historical events

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