Capital Punishment

What is one argument in favor of capital punishment?

• It ensures fairness and justice in the legal system.

• It promotes rehabilitation of offenders.

• It is cost-effective compared to life imprisonment.

• It serves as a deterrent for potential criminals.

What is one argument against capital punishment?

• It is cost-effective and efficient

• It is irreversible and there is a risk of executing innocent individuals.

• It provides closure for victims' families

• It serves as a deterrent for future crimes

What is the most common method of execution in the United States?

• lethal injection

• hanging

• electric chair

• firing squad

Why do some people believe capital punishment is necessary for justice?

• Some people believe capital punishment is necessary for justice because they enjoy violence

• Some people believe capital punishment is necessary for justice because they want to save money on prison costs

• Some people believe capital punishment is necessary for justice because they believe it brings closure to victims' families

• Some people believe capital punishment is necessary for justice because they see it as a form of retribution or deterrence.

What is the stance of the European Union on capital punishment?

• The European Union only supports capital punishment for certain crimes.

• The European Union has no official stance on capital punishment.

• The European Union opposes capital punishment.

• The European Union supports capital punishment.

What is the lethal injection composed of?

• A tranquilizer, a stimulant, and a blood thinner

• An anesthetic, a paralytic agent, and a drug that stops the heart

• A sedative, a muscle relaxant, and a stimulant

• A painkiller, a hallucinogen, and a diuretic

What is the main argument for the deterrent effect of capital punishment?

• Criminals are not deterred by the death penalty.

• Fear of facing the death penalty may deter individuals from committing serious crimes.

• The cost of capital punishment outweighs any potential deterrent effect.

• Capital punishment has no impact on crime rates.

What is the stance of Amnesty International on capital punishment?

• Amnesty International supports capital punishment.

• Amnesty International has no stance on capital punishment.

• Amnesty International only supports capital punishment in certain cases.

• Amnesty International opposes capital punishment.

What is the history of capital punishment in China?

• Capital punishment in China was only introduced in the 20th century

• China has never practiced capital punishment

• Capital punishment in China has a long history dating back thousands of years, with various methods of execution used for different offenses.

• Capital punishment in China is a recent development influenced by Western countries

What is the main argument against the use of capital punishment for crimes?

• Ensures closure for victims' families

• Deters potential criminals from committing crimes

• Irreversibility and risk of executing innocent individuals

• Cost-effective solution for justice system