Journal+6

__Topic__: Teen Partying and Curfews

__Interview__: I interviewed my mother on a teen party she went to. She said that she got home past her curfew and she got in trouble.

__Questions__:

1) Has there been an increase in illegal activities at parties? Yes, there has been an increase in illegal activities at teen parties. This is due to the availability of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol. When teens are exposed to these things, they become curious and are willing to try. They go through a stage of experimentation. Also, environments such as teen dance clubs, and teen parties, can induce illegal behavior in teens.

2) What would be considered a reasonable curfew? 3) Is there a curfew in Pennsylvania? 4) Was there a curfew in South America? (where the party occurred) 5) Do you think that the cultures are different? 6) If it was could this lead to a difference in teen partying? 7) At what age would be considered reasonable for a teen to go out on their own? 8) What types of legal issues could originate from teen partying? 9) Could any of these issues lead to jail or possibly court sentences? 10) Would the teens or parents be held accountable?