SOLUTION: Virginia Tech The Cult of Personality Discussion

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i)Social bonding theory
A. Doc Antle’s apprentice program
B. Joe Exotic’s staff and..”spouse situation

C. Carole Baskin
ii)Social learning theory

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The Cult of Personality
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In Doc Antle’s apprentice program, he looks for teenagers ready to learn about
taking care of wild animals and who want to live a different kind of life. Doc Antle
had many volunteers who spoke well of his years after leaving his program. Although
Antle’s behavior of having many wives is considered abnormal under normal
circumstances, people seem to embrace his lifestyle and life choices. Social bonding
theory is expressed in that, although people are considered inherently selfish, they are
willing to volunteer for a course they stay dedicated to. No one seemed willing to do
things against Antle’s…