Punishment in modern Britain (Edexcel GCSE History): Quizzes
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When did the final execution take place in Britain?
When did the final execution take place in Britain?
1964
In what year was the death penalty completely removed from British law?
In what year was the death penalty completely removed from British law?
1998
Why was the Timothy Evans case significant in changing views on capital punishment?
Why was the Timothy Evans case significant in changing views on capital punishment?
He was later proven innocent
What was notable about Derek Bentley's execution in 1953?
What was notable about Derek Bentley's execution in 1953?
He had learning difficulties
Who was Ruth Ellis?
Who was Ruth Ellis?
Last woman executed in Britain
When was the probation system introduced in Britain?
When was the probation system introduced in Britain?
1907
What was abolished from British prisons in 1948?
What was abolished from British prisons in 1948?
Hard labour & corporal punishment
What were Borstals designed for?
What were Borstals designed for?
Educating & training young offenders
What do community sentences require offenders to do?
What do community sentences require offenders to do?
Unpaid work benefiting the local area
What were ASBOs introduced to tackle?
What were ASBOs introduced to tackle?
Persistent low-level criminal behaviour
What is the purpose of electronic tagging?
What is the purpose of electronic tagging?
Monitor movements without prison
How did the focus of British prisons change from the 1800s to modern times?
How did the focus of British prisons change from the 1800s to modern times?
From harsh conditions to rehabilitation