An Example of a Secret Society Would Be __________

question 64

Multiple Choice

An example of a secret society would be __________.

• A) Catholic monasteries
• B) Christian seminaries
• C) Australian Aboriginal men who are allowed to handle special ritual objects
• D) Islamic madrasas

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Definitions:

Delinquent Subcultures

Groups within society that engage in behavior against the societal norms and laws, often among youths.

Differential Illegitimate Opportunity

A theory suggesting that access to opportunities for achieving success through illegal means varies among different social groups.

Means-Goal Gap

The discrepancy between individuals' goals and the legitimate means available to them to achieve those goals, often discussed in the context of strain theory in sociology.

Status Frustration

A sense of disillusionment or dissatisfaction arising from the inability to achieve societal or personal status expectations.