Becky Is a 17 Years Old and Has Always Been

question 11

Multiple Choice

Becky is a 17 years old and has always been trouble. She disobeys her parents, skips school, and seems to have some anger toward authority figures. She also has some developmental delays that she was born with and although she is 17, she acts as if she is 12. She is standing in front of Judge Brown for the first time and is being charged with shoplifting. The judge has a lot of options for punishment because Becky lives in a state where 17 is the legal age to be considered an adult.
-​Becky has been sentenced to a minimum-security prison where she is working with other inmates to make goods. She engages in other group activities such as meals and recreation but stays alone in her cell at night. What is the origin of this type of punishment

• A)The congregate system
• B)The Pennsylvania system
• C)The Walnut street jail
• D)The convict-lease system

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Definitions:

Smaller Groups

Groups with fewer participants, typically allowing for more personalized interaction and potentially greater cohesion.

Competition

The rivalry between entities to achieve superiority or a particular objective, often driving innovation and improvement.

Caregivers

Individuals who provide care for another person, typically a family member or patient, who is in need of support because of age, physical, or mental disability.

Empathy

The capacity to understand and share the feelings or experiences of another person, fostering stronger communication and relationships.