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sarasara

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How do cultural anthropologists define youth gangs and what are some of their findings about this type of group?
 
  What will be an ideal response?

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Research on college campuses in the United States reveals that fraternities and sororities construct a sense of belonging through rituals.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: The ideal answer will include:
1. A youth gang is defined as a group of young people, often in urban areas, who are considered a problem by authorities.
2. They are often linked by a similar status such as unemployment.
3. They often have a recognized leader as well as ritual initiation procedures.
4. Research found that many of the young men had a defiant individualist personality type, which is characterized by intense competitiveness, mistrust of others, self-reliance, social isolation, and a strong survival instinct.

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Answer: True


sarasara

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Reply 2 on: Jul 10, 2018
Wow, this really help

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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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