Gregory was born in 1573, toward the end of the sixteenth century, to a poor family. His family stole money and food to survive. As one of the criminal poor, if he were ever caught, he would not be subjected to the same punishments as the rich. Throughout the generations, Gregory's children and grandchildren continue the tradition of stealing. The year is 1725 and Gregory's grandson has just been convicted of robbery. Once his grandson serves his sentence, what will happen to him?

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CIn the historical context provided, once Gregory's grandson serves his sentence for robbery, he could either be released (A) or, depending on the specific laws and practices of the time, be transported for hard labor (C), which was a common punishment for crimes in the 18th century, especially in the British legal system. Torture to death (B) and fining (D) are less likely outcomes based on the information given.

Gregory Was Born in 1573, Toward the End of the Sixteenth