Recidivism

Where have more prisoners been executed than any other jail in the United States?

• Huntsville, Texas

• San Quentin, California

• Alcatraz, California

• Rikers Island, New York

What is one of the greatest challenges facing justice systems worldwide?

• Reoffending

• Lack of funding

• Understaffing

• Overcrowding

What are prisoners given upon release?

• A bus ticket and $20

• $50, a shirt, trousers, and a pair of shoes

• A job referral

• $100 and a suit

What is the reoffending rate in Norway compared to the United States?

• Norway 30%, United States 60%

• Norway 40%, United States 80%

• Norway 10%, United States 50%

• Norway 20%, United States 77%

What unique approach does Bastoy Prison in Norway take?

• Maximum security measures

• Liberal approach to justice

• Capital punishment

• Solitary confinement

What percentage of the world's prison population does the United States hold?

• 25%

• 30%

• 15%

• 10%

What did Judge Bobby Frances realize about his approach to sentencing?

• It was too lenient

• It was not working

• It was too harsh

• It was highly effective

What is provided to prisoners in the rehabilitation program run by Judge Frances?

• Financial aid

• Legal advice

• Immediate job placement

• Up to nine months in a prison reform facility before release

What happened to Ollie Matthews after being released from prison?

• He started a new job

• He lost his money and important documents

• He went back to prison

• He moved out of the country

What is the main task of Bastoy Prison according to the warden?

• To ensure maximum security

• To produce a good neighbor

• To implement strict discipline

• To provide vocational training