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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4: Personal Kindreds.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did Stack come in contact with the families she studied?
(a) Through a young woman in the community.
(b) She found them on her own.
(c) By befriending children.
(d) By holding a meet and greet.

2. Who says that the culture of poverty is political in nature?
(a) Carol Stack.
(b) Hylan Lewis.
(c) Elliott Stickler.
(d) John Adams.

3. How was the person that Ruby traded corn bread and greens with related to her?
(a) Mother.
(b) Cousin.
(c) Aunt.
(d) Sister.

4. According to government statistics, what prevents people from escaping poverty?
(a) Mainstream society.
(b) Lack of jobs.
(c) The government
(d) Lack of education.

5. How many children do the Jacksons have?
(a) 12.
(b) 11.
(c) 10.
(d) 9.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did Stack want to establish contact with?

2. What does AFDC stand for?

3. Who were welfare benefits designed to help?

4. What does William Ryan say causes the deterioration of most black families?

5. What percent of blacks live in unfit housing according to the US Census?

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