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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2: The Black Urban Poor.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Viola Jackson's job?
(a) Nanny.
(b) Janitor.
(c) Cook.
(d) Maid.

2. What does William Ryan say causes the deterioration of most black families?
(a) The nature of the American economy.
(b) Economic stress and discrimination.
(c) Poverty.
(d) Lack of resources.

3. How does the US Census classify Jackson Harbor?
(a) Metropolis.
(b) Small community.
(c) Urbanized area.
(d) Poor area.

4. Who wrote "The Souls of Black Folk"?
(a) W.E.B. DuBois.
(b) John Goodnough.
(c) John. Allen.
(d) Carol Stack.

5. How was Stack's car a hindrance to her?
(a) It caused the families to become dependent on her.
(b) It was unreliable.
(c) It broke down constantly.
(d) It was dangerous.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do those being studied in a community usually view a researcher?

2. What is the name of the girl that Stack became very close to in the Flats?

3. How many assistants did Stack have helping her with her study?

4. In what decade did Stack begin her study?

5. What was the main goal of the black activist organization in the Flats?

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