Just Mercy (retake studying)

Where was Walter McMillian’s trial held?

Monroeville, Alabama.

What was Herbert Richardson’s crime?

A bombing that killed a child.

What Supreme Court ruling did Stevenson win for juveniles?

The ruling in Miller v. Alabama, which held that mandatory life sentences without parole for juveniles are unconstitutional.

What does Bryan Stevenson say is the opposite of poverty in Just Mercy?

Justice

Where is EJI based?

Montgomery

Who sentenced Walter to death?

Judge Key

What does Bryan Stevenson say about hope?

Hope is essential for justice

What was the effect of Walter’s conviction on his mental health?

Walter experienced severe trauma and despair, leading to a deterioration of his mental well-being.

What surprised Stevenson about the correctional officer during his visit to Avery Jenkins?

He heard Stevenson’s arguments in court, looked up the word “mitigation”, and bought Jenkins a chocolate milkshake

Why was Stevenson disappointed in Judge Norton’s ruling?

Judge Norton was upholding a longstanding tradition in the court system.

According to the book, what does it mean to be a “stonecatcher”?

refers to someone who protects the vulnerable by catching the metaphorical stones that society throws at them, advocating for justice and compassion. It was a biblical allusion.