Capital Punishment, Death Penalty: Ethical considerations • English Conversation Questions

Do you believe in capital punishment/the death penalty? Why or why not?
What are the arguments in favor of capital punishment/the death penalty?
What are the arguments against capital punishment/the death penalty?
Do you think capital punishment/the death penalty is an effective deterrent for crime? Why or why not?
What are some potential risks or drawbacks of capital punishment/the death penalty?
Do you think there are certain crimes that deserve the death penalty? If so, what crimes and why?
What are some alternatives to the death penalty that could be used as a form of punishment for serious crimes?
Do you think race, socioeconomic status, or other factors play a role in who receives the death penalty?
Do you think the death penalty is applied fairly in the United States? Why or why not?
Do you think the death penalty should be used in cases of terrorism? Why or why not?
Do you think the death penalty should be used in cases of murder? Why or why not?
Do you think the death penalty should be used in cases of rape? Why or why not?
Do you think the death penalty should be used in cases of drug trafficking? Why or why not?
Do you think the death penalty should be used in cases of treason? Why or why not?
What do you think should be the ultimate determining factor in whether or not someone receives the death penalty?