Public Support for Handling Delinquent Juveniles Is Strongest for the _______

question 1

Multiple Choice

Public support for handling delinquent juveniles is strongest for the _______ emphasis.

• A)rehabilitative
• B)punitive
• C)protective
• D)retributive

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Definitions:

Perfectionist Ideal

The pursuit of flawlessness and setting excessively high performance standards.

Poorhouses

Institutions that existed primarily in the 19th and early 20th centuries to house those unable to support themselves financially, offering minimal living conditions.

Insane Asylums

Historical institutions used to house and treat individuals considered mentally ill, often under poor conditions; now known as psychiatric hospitals.

Militant Language

Language characterized by a confrontational or aggressive tone, often used in the context of political protests or movements.