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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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