Just Mercy Chapter 4

How does racial bias manifest in the criminal justice system as discussed in Chapter 4 of Just Mercy?

• Racial bias in the criminal justice system is a myth perpetuated by the media

• Racial bias in the criminal justice system is due to lack of education among minorities

• Racial bias in the criminal justice system is evident through racial profiling, harsher sentencing for minorities, lack of diversity in juries, and unequal access to legal resources.

• Racial bias in the criminal justice system is caused by genetic differences among races

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What role does poverty play in affecting legal representation for individuals in the criminal justice system?

• Poverty can result in limited access to quality legal representation, often forcing individuals to rely on overworked public defenders or insufficient legal aid services.

• Poverty guarantees access to top-tier legal representation

• Poverty has no impact on legal representation in the criminal justice system

• Individuals in poverty always receive pro bono legal representation

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Discuss the themes of justice and redemption as portrayed in Chapter 4 of Just Mercy.

• The themes of justice and redemption are portrayed through the case of Walter McMillian in Chapter 4 of Just Mercy.

• The themes of justice and redemption are not explored in Chapter 4

• Chapter 4 focuses on a completely different case unrelated to justice and redemption

• The characters in Chapter 4 do not face any challenges related to justice or redemption

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In what ways do racial bias and poverty intersect to create challenges for individuals seeking justice?

• Racial profiling, economic prosperity, and social equality.

• Systemic discrimination, unequal access to legal resources, and perpetuating cycles of disadvantage.

• Individual responsibility, meritocracy, and colorblindness.

• Equal access to legal resources, promoting social mobility, and breaking cycles of disadvantage.

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How does Bryan Stevenson address the issue of racial bias in the legal system in Chapter 4?

• By highlighting the disproportionate number of African Americans on death row and the lack of legal representation they receive.

• By promoting harsher sentencing for African American defendants

• By ignoring the issue completely and focusing on other topics

• By advocating for racial profiling in the legal system

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Explain the significance of the case of Herbert Richardson in highlighting the impact of poverty on legal outcomes.

• Poverty has a positive impact on legal outcomes based on Herbert Richardson's case

• The case of Herbert Richardson showcases how poverty can restrict access to proper legal representation, influencing legal outcomes negatively.

• Herbert Richardson's case had no relation to poverty affecting legal outcomes

• The case of Herbert Richardson proved that legal outcomes are not influenced by poverty

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How do the stories shared in Chapter 4 emphasize the need for reform in the criminal justice system?

• The stories emphasize the need for reform by promoting the idea of increasing racial discrimination in the system

• The stories emphasize the need for reform by illustrating systemic issues such as racial discrimination, wrongful convictions, or harsh sentencing practices.

• The stories emphasize the need for reform by showcasing the effectiveness of the current system

• The stories emphasize the need for reform by highlighting the benefits of harsh sentencing practices

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Discuss the concept of mercy as it relates to the themes of justice and redemption in the book.

• Mercy plays a crucial role in the themes of justice and redemption by allowing for forgiveness and growth, breaking the cycle of retribution.

• Mercy has no impact on justice and redemption in the book.

• Mercy leads to further conflict and chaos in the story.

• Mercy is only shown to be a sign of weakness in the characters.

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What are some examples from Chapter 4 that illustrate the struggles faced by marginalized communities within the legal system?

• Preferential treatment for marginalized communities

• Equal representation in the legal system

• Examples of struggles faced by marginalized communities within the legal system in Chapter 4 include lack of access to quality legal representation, bias and discrimination from law enforcement and judicial system, and systemic barriers preventing fair trials.

• Lack of struggles faced by marginalized communities

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How does Bryan Stevenson's work reflect his commitment to fighting for justice and redemption in the face of adversity?

• By promoting inequality and discrimination

• By avoiding controversial cases and issues

• By founding the Equal Justice Initiative and representing marginalized individuals on death row.

• By starting a business unrelated to social justice causes

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