Daugherty hypothesizes that, in the future, serpent-handling will
A) Die out as a tradition because it is in conflict with other Christian traditions that they embrace.
B) Gain increased popularity among youth culture groups.
C) Be maintained as a tradition among some West Virginia mountain people because it is at the center of their Christian faith.
D) Die out as a tradition among current practitioners in West Virginia as they experience economic improvement and decreased cultural isolation.

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Serpent-handling is deeply embedded in the faith and traditions of some West Virginia mountain communities, making it likely to be maintained among those groups despite external influences or changes.

Daugherty Hypothesizes That, in the Future, Serpent-Handling Will