Aim: Why do people conform?

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Aim Why do people conform?

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• Does this tattoo signify nonconformity? Explain

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What are subcultures and countercultures?

• Social Category groupings of people who share a
  social characteristic
• Subculture A culture that is part of the
  dominant culture but differs in significant ways.
• Styles of dress, food, family or social
  structure, language, or music
• Counterculture A culture that opposes the
  dominant culture

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• Are the following subcultures or countercultures?

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Hippies
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Goths
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Motorcycle Clubs
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Punks
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Trekkies
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Civil War Re-enactors
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Conclusion

• Can you think of other subcultures not mentioned?
• Is there a tattoo subculture?
• Why do people get tattoos according to the
  article?
• Why do people become part of subcultures and
  countercultures?