Just Mercy Chapter 9 Flashcards

In the pretrial appearance, how long did Bryan Stevenson say he needed to present his evidence?

Who is this quote by: 'I usually dressed as conservatively as possible for court. I was a young, bearded black man, and even when there was no jury I still tried to meet the court's expectation of what a lawyer looked like, if only for the sake of my clients.'?

During the trial, the State of Alabama had no physical evidence, no motive, no witnesses to the crime, but only had the __________.

Was the testimony Ralph Meyers gave at McMillian's trial true?

Were any of the allegations Ralph Meyers made against Walter McMillian true?

Who is this quote by: 'Man, I can't tell you how I'm feeling right now. All this time I've been waiting for the truth and been hearing nothing but lies. Right now feels incredible. I just-'?

When McMillian's family and supporters wanted to enter the courtroom the second day of trial, what happened?

What was the result of McMillian's family and supporters not being able to enter the courtroom on time?

Who couldn't face the courtroom because she saw a police dog?

What does EJI stand for?

On the last day where does Stevenson stop on his way home from court?

What do you believe was the most powerful evidence of the trial and why?

Key Events in McMillian's Trial

Bryan Stevenson requested a week for presenting evidence during the pretrial appearance.
State of Alabama's case relied solely on Ralph Myers' testimony; it lacked physical evidence, motive, and witnesses.

Ralph Myers' Testimony

Testimony provided by Ralph Myers was false; none of his allegations against Walter McMillian were true.
Key evidence against Myers includes tape recordings where he expressed doubts about his testimony and described police coercion to implicate McMillian.

Courtroom Dynamics

Stevenson dressed conservatively for court, reflecting societal expectations for lawyers, especially as a young black man.
McMillian's family and supporters faced barriers entering the courtroom on the second day of the trial, leading to a lack of seating as it was filled with State supporters.

Emotional Impact on Individuals

Walter McMillian expressed a deep sense of disbelief and relief, waiting for truth amidst pervasive lies.
Mrs. Williams was too frightened to enter the courtroom due to a police dog present, highlighting the intimidation felt by McMillian's supporters.

Organizations and Locations

EJI stands for Equal Justice Initiative, an organization involved in the fight for justice.
Stevenson stopped at the beach on his way home from court on the last day, perhaps seeking solace after the emotional toll of the trial.

The Trial's Most Powerful Evidence

Tapes revealing Myers' repeated attempts to recant his false testimony serve as significant evidence, demonstrating his initial ignorance about the murder and resistance to framing an innocent man due to police threats.

Test your knowledge on Chapter 9 of 'Just Mercy' with these flashcards. The quiz covers key definitions and quotes related to Bryan Stevenson's experiences. Perfect for deepening your understanding of the themes and context presented in this impactful book.