Thursday, September 15, 2011

A Law Which Allowed A Parent To Put To Death A Stubborn Or Rebellious Son

Which of the original thirteen colonies passed a law which allowed a parent to put to death a stubborn or rebellious son?
 
  • Pennsylvania
  • Virginia
  • Massachusetts
  • Delaware
  • Maryland
Answer: Massachusetts passed a law in 1648 that allowed a parent to put to death a stubborn or rebellious son. The law has been repealed by the legislature.
 
 
 
 
 

 

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