Supporters of shaming punishment argue that public shaming is a good way of expressing community values.Some judges say shamed offenders seldom repeat their crimes.

　　Others aren't so sure.“There is little evidence to suggest that shaming punishments are successful in preventing people from committing specific crimes.And a shamed criminal may face a hard battle to regain trust in society，”said Hosmanek.“So, a shaming punishment may force the offender into more crimes to support himself.”

　　36．According to the passage，wearing a toga in public is a(n)________．

　　A．honour

　　B．shame

　　C．duty

　　D．crime

　　解析　细节理解题。根据第三段“This shaming punishment”承前指代wearing a toga这种处罚。

　　答案　B

　　37．Connolly was punished for________.

　　A．shoplifting

　　B．drunk driving

　　C．serious crimes

　　D．petty crimes

　　解析　细节理解题。根据第二段可得A、B、C三项错误。第四段“They believe shame is the best petty crime deterrent”可知。

　　答案　D

　　38．Which of the following is the most effective in preventing petty crimes according to Professor Kahan?

　　A．Getting a fine for what one has done.

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