Question

The New York Elmira penitentiary focused on _____, _____, and _____.

*Choose three answers.

a
The abolishment of solitary confinement
b
Forced labor to produce clothing and raise food for the local community
c
Allowing inmates to congregate together while remaining silent
d
Inmates being obedient

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The New York Elmira penitentiary focused on **b**, **c**, and **d**.

- **b**: Forced labor to produce clothing and raise food for the local community.
- **c**: Allowing inmates to congregate together while remaining silent.
- **d**: Inmates being obedient.

Elmira was known for its reformative approach, emphasizing behavioral discipline and the productive use of inmate labor.

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