Title: The Influence of Environment on Gang Membership Part 1: According to the U.S. Department of Justice, a gang is defined as a group of individuals who engage in criminal activity and have a shared identity, typically involving a name,

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Part 1: Review the U.S. Department of Justice definition of a gang.
Part 2: Invent a fictional character and select at least 3 specific elements, known or unknown to them, that might have influenced their decision to join a gang. Consider the following:
Their parental influences
Community
Home environment
School performance
Any other element you believe relevant
Part 3: Using what you’ve learned thus far, address the following:
Explain how the elements you selected influenced your character’s choice to join a gang.
Once you have explained the elements you selected, address at least 1 myth related to gang activity.