What effect did America’s independence from England have on crime and punishment in the early colonial era?

a. Overall punishment became more brutal and severe.
b. Solitary confinement became the norm.
c. The death penalty was implemented.
d. Corporal punishment practices were abandoned.


d. Corporal punishment practices were abandoned.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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