Although Puritans don't exist anymore, there are traits that can be found in many groups, not all religious. In class, we discussed the Amish having a very simple life similar to that of the Puritans. The strict moral code can be identified in societies and organizations that emphasize citizenship, leadership, and character. For example, at school there are the NHS and NJHS that only accept students that show that they are active in those aspects of their self. They have to improve themselves and excel certain standards set for them in order to continue to be a part of it.
I think that most parents try to set parameters for their children to restrict them, similar to the way children in Puritan society were not heard or seen unless they are to turn of age or adults choose to. Children in modern times are not, but many things are discouraged like staying out late with friends or using the Internet for a long time. They are usually punished if they go against their parents/guardians/educators or act immorally.
In some countries, there are things that are seen as inappropriate. Some conservative societies think that certain types of clothing should not be worn at all. Usually, it means that girls can't wear short bottoms or revealing tops in public and boys can't go around without a shirt on. America is a very different country. We often criticize people on the news that are shown wearing revealing clothing or doing inappropriate things (i.e. Miley Cyrus) but we don't have a strict society that restricts it from happening.
There are more examples of Puritan traits in modern times, but I think these show some of those traits the most.
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