1750-1900

• What was the Bloody Code used for?

  Entertainment and trade
• When was the Bloody Code abolished?

  In the 1830s
• Why were hangings no longer used as a deterrent?

  They were ineffective in preventing crime
• What was the purpose of splitting prisoners into groups?

  To manage them more effectively
• What did the Goals Act of 1823 establish?

  A new set of rules for prisoners
• What was required of all prisoners under the Goals Act 1823?

  All prisoners must attend Chapel
• What was the Silent System introduced in the 1860s?

  A tougher regime with hard biscuits
• What was unique about Pentonville prison's system?

  It used individual cells and masks
• What years did the changes in prison systems occur?

  1750-1900
• Who was Elizabeth Fry?

  A reformer in Newgate prison
• What did Elizabeth Fry set up in Newgate prison?

  Schools for children of prisoners
• Who was Robert Peel?

  Home Secretary who enacted reforms
• What power did Robert Peel have?

  To implement new reforms
• What did John Howard write about?

  'State of Prisons in England and Wales'
• What proposals did John Howard make?

  Healthier accommodation and decent diet
• What did John Howard advocate for regarding prisoners?

  Separation of prisoners for better management