Woman Condemned to Life Imprisonment For Shoplifting Pleads her Case

Woman Condemned to Life Imprisonment For Shoplifting Pleads her Case

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Interactive Video

History

KG - University

Hard

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The transcript discusses a person's life sentence for shoplifting under the bombs law, highlighting the non-violent nature of the crime and questioning the fairness of being labeled a habitual criminal. It explores the circumstances that lead to crime, such as poverty and lack of support, and debates the appropriateness of life-long punishment for petty offenses.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of crime was the narrator convicted for?

A major felony

A petty offense

A violent crime

A traffic violation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator suggest about the reasons behind criminal behavior?

Criminal behavior is always intentional

There are underlying reasons for criminal actions

There is no reason for criminal behavior

Criminals are born, not made

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what age did the narrator face significant life challenges?

21

10

14

18

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the narrator question about their punishment?

The conditions in prison

The possibility of parole

The fairness of the trial

The length of the sentence for a petty crime

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many years of punishment does the narrator face if they live to be 60?

20 years

35 years

25 years

31 years