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Answer: ASet 4: Command of Evidence
Explanation
PASSAGE
In *To Kill a Mockingbird*, Atticus Finch defends Tom Robinson, an innocent Black man accused of a crime. Despite presenting clear evidence of innocence, the all-white jury convicts Tom. This highlights the theme of racial injustice in the American South.
What does the jury's verdict demonstrate, according to the text?
A. The legal system was fair and impartial.✓ Correct
B. Racial prejudice overrode evidence in the justice system.
C. Tom Robinson was actually guilty.
D. Atticus Finch was an incompetent lawyer.
Detailed Explanation
The text says Tom was 'innocent' with 'clear evidence,' but the 'all-white jury convicts' him. This demonstrates 'racial injustice.'
Key Evidence:
• "innocent"
• "all-white jury convicts"
• "racial injustice"
Why others are wrong: A (Convicting an innocent man is unfair.), C (The text says he was 'innocent.'), D (He presented 'clear evidence'; the system failed, not the lawyer.).