Although Branding Is No Longer Used as a Form of Punishment

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Multiple Choice

Although branding is no longer used as a form of punishment in the United States, some subcultures have adopted it as a form of body art. This demonstrates that:

• A) branding must still really be a form of punishment.
• B) what is considered deviant changes over time.
• C) many people find punishment desirable.
• D) some acts are simply inherently deviant.
• E) deviant acts of the past become mainstream acts of the future.

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Definitions:

Hegemonic Domain

The dominance of a particular social group or ideology over others, influencing cultural and societal norms and values.

Dominant Ideology

The set of beliefs, values, and morals that are widely held by the majority of people in a society, often benefiting those in power.

Oppressed People

Individuals or groups who face systemic inequalities, discrimination, and injustice inflicted by dominant segments of society.

Achievement Gap

Describes the persistent disparity in academic performance or educational attainment between different groups of students, often based on socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, or gender.