An article on today's BBC website speaks of the fake ID as an American rite of passage (link). What archetypical rites of passage exist in other societies & cultures? (Or what are others from the USA?). What signifies a young person is 'cool' -- or what becomes important for self development?
When I was a USA young'un, getting a drivers license as soon as possible was important. In my state, earliest possible was 16½ years old if completing certified driver's education training. I got my license the first week eligible.
Stories of owning (and using) a fake ID strike a chord... back when drinking age was 18.
The above two 'rites of passage' don't mix well together. Fortunately, I've no personal horror stories to relate.
When I was a USA young'un, getting a drivers license as soon as possible was important. In my state, earliest possible was 16½ years old if completing certified driver's education training. I got my license the first week eligible.
Stories of owning (and using) a fake ID strike a chord... back when drinking age was 18.
The above two 'rites of passage' don't mix well together. Fortunately, I've no personal horror stories to relate.
