- 1. Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson is a powerful and poignant memoir that delves into the deep injustices within the American criminal justice system, particularly focusing on the lives of those who are marginalized and unfairly treated. Stevenson, a lawyer and social justice activist, recounts his experiences working with individuals on death row, especially through the case of Walter McMillian, a man wrongfully convicted of murder. The narrative not only illuminates the harrowing realities of wrongful convictions and racial bias but also highlights the resilience of the human spirit in the face of systemic oppression. With meticulous research and heartfelt storytelling, Stevenson advocates for compassion and mercy, encouraging readers to confront uncomfortable truths about inequality, the failures of the legal system, and the necessity of reform. Just Mercy serves as a clarion call for justice, urging society to acknowledge its moral responsibility to treat all individuals with dignity and respect, no matter their circumstances.
What was Walter McMillian wrongfully convicted of?
A) Assault.
B) Robbery.
C) Kidnapping.
D) Murder.
- 2. In which state does much of 'Just Mercy' take place?
A) Louisiana.
B) Mississippi.
C) Alabama.
D) Georgia.
- 3. Which legal organization did Bryan Stevenson found?
A) National Lawyers Guild.
B) American Civil Liberties Union.
C) Equal Justice Initiative.
D) Southern Poverty Law Center.
- 4. What role does empathy play in 'Just Mercy'?
A) It complicates legal matters.
B) It is essential for justice.
C) It is irrelevant.
D) It is discouraged in law.
- 5. What major flaw does Stevenson highlight in the criminal justice system?
A) Too much public involvement in trials.
B) Excessive funding for prisons.
C) Inadequate legal representation for the poor.
D) Too many jury members.
- 6. What is the significance of the 'Legacy Museum' mentioned in the book?
A) It celebrates law enforcement.
B) It focuses on historical documents.
C) It is an art gallery.
D) It memorializes victims of racial injustice.
- 7. What role does mental illness play in the stories Bryan Stevenson shares?
A) It is treated as a crime.
B) It is often ignored in legal cases.
C) It is the main focus of the legal system.
D) It is never mentioned.
- 8. How does Stevenson view hope in 'Just Mercy'?
A) As a distraction.
B) As a hindrance.
C) As unrealistic.
D) As essential for change.
- 9. What type of cases does the Equal Justice Initiative take on?
A) Cases involving injustice.
B) Corporate law cases.
C) Civil litigation.
D) Only high-profile celebrity cases.
- 10. Who is the author of 'Just Mercy'?
A) Ta-Nehisi Coates
B) Michelle Alexander
C) Cornel West
D) Bryan Stevenson
- 11. What type of law does Bryan Stevenson primarily practice?
A) Intellectual property law
B) Family law
C) Corporate law
D) Criminal law
- 12. What was the outcome of Walter McMillian's case?
A) He was executed
B) He was given a plea deal
C) He was sentenced to life
D) He was exonerated
- 13. What is the title of Chapter 1 in 'Just Mercy'?
A) Demands
B) Mockingbird
C) Hope
D) Justice
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