The Jonestown Tragedy
Date Submitted: 09/10/2006 05:12:08
Category: / Social Sciences / Education
Length: 6 pages (1522 words)
Category: / Social Sciences / Education
Length: 6 pages (1522 words)
Throughout history, the pressures of society have influenced many to act according to custom. In society, one can see how conformity plays a role in people's lives. Conventionality exists, mostly in social and religious settings. With such association, one may come to be very committed to their beliefs. With such strong faith, one may make sacrifices for their principles. Examples of this include street gangs, mafias, and cults. This also includes religious sects. An example …
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…else do the thinking for them, for it can lead to their destruction either mentally or physically.
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