Question

In the story, Judson believes that death is an appropriate punishment for the thief because

Answer 1

Answer with Explanation:

1. Do you think that punishment should fit the crime? Why or Why not?  

I believe that punishment should fit the crime because crimes differ in gravity. Some crimes are heinous such as "torturing" people before they die while others are just misdemeanors such as "petty theft." This means that heinous crimes should have heavier punishments than misdemeanors.

2. How do you think Judson should have punished the thief?

For me, he could have punished him by changing the content of the liquor into vinegar rather than something lethal. It would somehow teach the burglar that Judson or the owners already know about his existence. In this case, he'd be thinking twice before he does the act again.

3. Do you think punishments tend to fit the crime in our society?

I believe not all punishments in the society tend to fit the crime. It largely depends on who the person being punished is. Richer people who commit crime can easily bail themselves and hire very good attorneys. Their punishment seems easier compared to those poor people who commit the crime. Sometimes, their case is forgotten, thus leading to injustice.