______ is a theory advanced by criminologists that harsh penalties will prevent people from committing crimes.

a. Deterrence theory
b. Judicial activist theory
c. Criminalist theory
d. Punitive theory

a. Deterrence theory

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As a result of her refusal to give up her bus seat to a white passenger, Rosa Parks was

a. arrested but eventually cleared of all charges against her in court. b. arrested and given a lengthy prison sentence. c. arrested and required to pay a fine. d. arrested and required to perform numerous hours of community service. e. arrested and died in prison.

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What was the practical purpose for publication of The Federalist essays in 1788?

a. strongly objected to ratification and enactment of the new constitution. b. were opposed to a strong central government. c. were in favor of a strong central government and for ratification of the new constitution. d. favored states’ rights and were opposed to any form of national government. e. favored a central government only if the states were given veto powers over the central government.

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