Just Mercy Vocab Quiz 1st

What is the term for when juries discuss evidence and court arguments to reach a verdict?

• Vindication

• Deliberation

• Litigation

• Conviction

What is a written declaration upon oath made before an authorized official?

• Litigation

• Affidavit

• Conviction

• Direct appeal

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

What does "demeanor" refer to?

• Outward behavior or bearing

• A written declaration upon oath

• The process of legal action

• An official declaration of guilt

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

What is the process of legal action called?

• Vindication

• Litigation

• Clemency

• Conviction

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

What is an official declaration that someone is guilty of a criminal offense?

• Vindication

• Conviction

• Clemency

• Litigation

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

What does "punitive" refer to?

• Something intended to be a punishment

• A written declaration upon oath

• The process of legal action

• An immediate request to authority

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is a person who regularly attends a particular church called?

• Bigoted

• Parishioner

• Naively

• Demeanor

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

What does "naively" mean?

• In a way that shows a lack of experience, wisdom, or judgment

• The process of legal action

• An official declaration of guilt

• A written declaration upon oath

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the word "incredulous" mean?

• Unwilling or unable to believe something.

• Extremely happy about something.

• Full of energy and excitement.

• Having a strong desire to learn.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "dilapidated" describe?

• A building or object in a state of despair or ruin.

• A newly constructed building.

• A well-maintained structure.

• A modern and stylish design.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4