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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7: Women and Men.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. According to Stack, what do most studies of black families compare themselves to?
(a) White families.
(b) Mainstream society.
(c) Their past culture.
(d) The status quo.

3. Where did Stack meet the girl that introduced her to the families in the Flats?
(a) In the grocery store.
(b) While babysitting for a friend.
(c) At her university.
(d) While doing laundry.

4. What is a symbol of trust in the Flats?
(a) Large kin groups.
(b) Helping others.
(c) Getting to know new people.
(d) Temporary child exchange.

5. How were those who claimed to be the black leaders of the Flats viewed in their community?
(a) Uppity.
(b) Expendable.
(c) Respected.
(d) As very important.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Ruby Banks feel an obligation to always swap with her mother?

2. According to the Stack's survey, what percent of recognized "mamas" were a child's natural mother?

3. What percentage of Jackson Harbor's population is black?

4. How were people who refused to swap viewed?

5. What did those in the Flats usually call trading?

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