USA HISTORY

MAKING OF A NEW NATION 1776 1800

THE BILL OF RIGHTS THE CONSTITUTIONS FIRST 10 AMENDMENTS

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SS.7.C.2.4The amendment below is part of the Bill of Rights."Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted."-The Eighth AmendmentWhat is the best definition of “bail” in this amendment?
A
money paid as punishment for a crime
B
money paid to obtain special privileges for a prison inmate
C
money that someone convicted for a cime pays to reduce jail time
D
money a defendant pays as security to stay out of jail while waiting for trial
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Eighth Amendment of the United States Constitution states that: “Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.”

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