In the eighteenth century, which of the following sanctions was generally imposed by English courts on convicted felons?

A. The felons were forced to join the clergy.
B. The felons were extradited.
C. The felons were whipped before release.
D. The felons were rehabilitated in halfway houses.


Answer: C

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