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WorksheetsJust Mercy for Young Adults: Introduction and Chapter 1 Quiz
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is the main idea/argument that Bryan Stevenson presents in the Introduction, "Higher Ground"?
Life isn't fair.
The challenges of growing up
Everyone deserves mercy and justice.
True justice doesn't exist.
Why does Bryan Stevenson decide to help people on death row?
He was personally affected by a similar injustice.
He believes everyone deserves a fair trial, regardless of their crime.
He wants to challenge himself professionally.
He is fulfilling a promise to a family member.
What inference can be made about Stevenson's character based on his actions in Chapter 1?
He is motivated by fame and recognition.
He is deeply empathetic and committed to justice.
He is uncertain about his career path.
He is primarily interested in making money.
How does Stevenson's first meeting with a death row prisoner (Henry) impact his view on justice?
It makes him more cynical about the possibility of change.
It reinforces his belief in fighting for the underrepresented.
It scares him away from taking on challenging cases.
It convinces him to pursue a different area of law.
What key point does Stevenson make about the justice system in the United States?
It has a checks and balance system that is fair to all.
It favors those who are wealthy and guilty over those who are poor and innocent.
It is flawless and always gets the verdict right.
It is rigged and judges receive bribes/money to give certain verdicts.
What motivates Stevenson to focus on helping those on death row, according to Chapter 1?
A high salary and job security
His grandmother's experience growing up during slavery in the South
A personal connection to someone who was wrongfully convicted
His ethics, a deep sense of injustice, and a belief in the potential for reform.
Why is Walter McMillian on death row?
He was charged with murdering Ronda Morrison.
He had an affair with a white woman.
He became too successful and rich.
He killed Vickie Pittman.
What inference can be made about the impact of Stevenson's work on the lives of those he helps?
It has little to no impact on their legal outcomes.
It provides them with a sense of hope and dignity.
It makes their situations worse by raising false hopes.
It only benefits Stevenson's career, not his clients.
In what ways does the community of Monroeville, AL judge people unfairly?
What does Stevenson suggest is necessary to combat injustice in the legal system?
Stricter laws and harsher penalties for criminals
More experienced lawyers in public defense
A complete overhaul of the current legal system
Empathy, understanding, and a commitment to justice
