7. What happens when a person “out on bail” fails to appear in court at the time set? Is he relieved of further punishment?
8. If a magistrate fixes excessive bail, what may the accused person do in order to have it reduced?
9. Name some cruel and unusual punishments?
10. When was slavery in America abolished?
11. What was a debtor's prison?
12. How does America protect the poor? Can a debtor be put in prison for failing to pay ordinary debts?
13. What is meant by “exemptions” in relation to property and debts?
ADVANCED QUESTIONS
A. Explain the injustice of requiring excessive bail?
B. When a judge determines the amount of bail, what factors does he consider?