There is obviously a lot of controversy concerning whether or not the death penalty is an appropriate punishment for grave criminal offenses, such as murder. Provide a personal perspective on the death penalty
What will be an ideal response?
The following are suggested areas for students to address in their essays:
Indicate whether or not you are for the death penalty
Provide a response supporting the death penalty
Besides murder, identify other crimes that warrant the death penalty
Discuss the most effective method (in your opinion) of execution
Provide a response against the death penalty
Describe possible alternatives to the death penalty
Encourage students to include any personal experiences with the death penalty in their
responses
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What will be an ideal response?
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A. the sociological canon B. sociological theory C. theories of everyday life D. grand theory
What is one factor that increases the likelihood a person will get a divorce at some point in his or her life?
a. bearing children outside marriage b. having children early in the marriage c. having high income d. not cohabiting prior to marriage