According to the 8th Amendment, what type of punishment is prohibited?

The 8th Amendment to the United States Constitution specifically prohibits "excessive bail," along with "excessive fines" and "cruel and unusual punishments." This means that the government cannot impose bail amounts that are unreasonably high in relation to the crime, to ensure that individuals have a fair opportunity to defend themselves while not being subjected to undue financial burden.

While there are discussions about the death penalty, life imprisonment, and community service, none of these forms of punishment are directly addressed by the 8th Amendment in the same context as excessive bail. The amendment's primary focus is on ensuring that punishments are not disproportionate or excessively harsh, which is why excessive bail is the correct answer in this scenario.