Social Reformer - Helen Prejean (Leaving Cert Religious Education): Quizzes
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What is Helen Prejean's religious and professional identity?
What is Helen Prejean's religious and professional identity?
American Catholic nun & social reformer
In which year was Helen Prejean born?
In which year was Helen Prejean born?
1939
Which religious order did Helen Prejean join at age 18?
Which religious order did Helen Prejean join at age 18?
Sisters of Saint Joseph Medaille
When did Prejean move to St. Thomas Housing Project?
When did Prejean move to St. Thomas Housing Project?
June 1981
How was Patrick Sonnier executed?
How was Patrick Sonnier executed?
Electric chair
How many men has Prejean accompanied to their executions in total?
How many men has Prejean accompanied to their executions in total?
Six men
What type of book is 'Dead Man Walking'?
What type of book is 'Dead Man Walking'?
Non-fiction eyewitness account
Who starred in the Academy Award-winning film 'Dead Man Walking'?
Who starred in the Academy Award-winning film 'Dead Man Walking'?
Susan Sarandon & Sean Penn
What is the title of Prejean's second book?
What is the title of Prejean's second book?
The Death of Innocents
When was Prejean National Chairperson of the Coalition to Abolish Death Penalty?
When was Prejean National Chairperson of the Coalition to Abolish Death Penalty?
1993 to 1995
Which peace award did Prejean receive in 1998?
Which peace award did Prejean receive in 1998?
Pacem in Terris Award
By what percentage have death sentences declined in the USA over the last five years?
By what percentage have death sentences declined in the USA over the last five years?
50%