According to our on-line lectures, the “Tearoom Trade” study…

According to our on-line lectures, the “Tearoom Trade” study is considered an example of good ethical research. Moreover, it demonstrates that taking risks with subjects’ well-being in sociological research is important when attempting to understand the perspective and meaning attached to the behaviors of subcultural groups.

A gang member named John finds himself on the wrong street a…

A gang member named John finds himself on the wrong street at the wrong time. He is confronted by 10 members of an opposing gang. John fears for his life, but doesn’t show it. He decides to call out the leader, suggesting that 10 on 1 doesn’t prove anything. If he wants to prove he is a man, they should fight one-on-one. The gang leader feels pressure to “man-up” and prove himself so he accepts the challenge and they fight.  This helps illustrate _____________.