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How does sentencing in England and Wales compare to elsewhere?

The starter and exit quiz of the lesson “How does sentencing in England and Wales compare to elsewhere?”, from the unit “What can we do to reduce crime?” (Year 10 Citizenship) by Oak National Academy.

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12 questions

  1. Match the sentence type to its description.
  2. Which might be classed as rehabilitation focused sentencing?
  3. Which might be classed as retribution focused sentencing?
  4. What do victims also need to receive via sentencing?
  5. Order these UK sentences with the harshest and most severe first.
  6. What is the age of criminal responsibility in England and Wales?
  7. Which two countries share a legal system?
  8. What age do Scotland view young offenders?
  9. In Scotland, why are judges discouraged from giving prison sentences of 12 months or less?
  10. What is a factor used to decide how effective a country's sentencing is?
  11. Why do Norway spend a lot of money on prison and prisoners?
  12. Complete this sentence: In Norway the use of a prison sentence is seen as a last ...

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