1. Which of the following was NOT a characteristic of early 19th-century American prisons?

A. A push toward rehabilitation

B. “Out of sight, out of mind”

C. Total control of prisoners

D. An emphasis on discipline

im confused between A and D

2. Which of the following is a recurring theme throughout the history of penology?
A. Enlightenment

B. Compassion

C. Deterrence

D. Overcrowding

im confused between A and C

5 answers

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rehabilitation
discipline
enlightenment
deterrence

Let us know what you decide.
for Q1 i think its A and for Q2 its C
1. "early 19th century prisons" = early 1800s
Please re-think.

2. I agree with you.
Sorry i was reading my notes and answer to number one is B
B is a characteristic of prisons in the early 1800s. However, your question asks what was NOT true of these prisons.