Question

Which of the following was not a characteristic of early 19th century penitentiary system in America?

a. A focus on rehabilitation
b. Rules designed to maintain total control of prisoners
c. An emphasis on discipline
d. The imposition of silence

Answer 1

Answer is D.The imposition of silence.

Refer below

Step-by-step explanation:

The following was not a characteristic of early 19th century penitentiary system in America:

The imposition of silence

Answer 2

d. The imposition of silence

Step-by-step explanation:

The American penitentiary is also referred to as the Prison or correctional facility. It is a place where criminals are kept temporarily before conviction or to serve their jail time.

The American penitentiary had focus on rehabilitation programs for the occupants. There were also rules designed to maintain total control of prisoners and an emphasis on discipline. The prison however lacked the imposition of silence.