The first use of the death penalty in the United States involved the execution of Capitan George Kendall in 1608 for ______.

a. rape
b. first-degree murder
c. kidnapping
d. treason


d. treason

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As noted in the Fourteenth Amendment, citizens can be deprived of life, liberty, or property only by _______________________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Describe the child-saving movement and its relationship to the doctrine ofparens patriae.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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The legal significance of evidence rests in its influence on the ______________.

A. Investigator or officer B. Prosecutor C. Defense Attorney D. Judge or jury

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What kind of glass is used commonly in bottles and windows? How did this type of glass acquire its name?

What will be an ideal response?

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