Question

How does the Eighth Amendment help protect people found guilty of a crime?

A. It allows them to appeal the court decision.

B. It allows only fines or imprisonment as punishment.

C. It prevents cruel or unusual punishments.

D. It requires a second trial for cases involving serious crimes.

Answer 1

C. it prevents cruel or unusual punishments. The eighth amendment prevents federal government from imposing cruel or unusual punishments

Answer 2

I believe the answer is C