Question

Why are the Eighth Amendment's protections against cruel
and unusual punishment important? (1 point)

a The Eighth Amendment serves as a deterrent for future
crimes.



b The Eighth Amendment protects life, liberty, and property
by not allowing excessive bail, fines, and cruel and unusual
punishment.



c The Eighth Amendment protects life by making the death
penalty unconstitutional.

d The Eighth Amendment protects juveniles, which are
people who are younger than 16.

Answer 1

b The Eighth Amendment protects life, liberty, and property by not allowing excessive bail, fines, and cruel and unusual punishment.