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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1: The Flats.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

3. According to the US Census what percent of blacks live in deteriorating housing?
(a) 18.
(b) 23.
(c) 26.
(d) 29.

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

5. What is the name of the girl that Stack became very close to in the Flats?
(a) Sara.
(b) Caroline.
(c) Ruby.
(d) Magnolia.

Short Answer Questions

1. How were those who claimed to be the black leaders of the Flats viewed in their community?

2. Who wrote the book "Method and Measurement in Sociology"?

3. How many families was Stack introduced to in the beginning of her study?

4. What affects a person's perception?

5. How many children do the Jacksons have?

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