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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) Poverty.
(b) Lack of resources.
(c) The nature of the American economy.
(d) Economic stress and discrimination.

2. How many months pregnant was Julia when she moved in with her mother?
(a) Four months.
(b) Three months.
(c) Two months.
(d) Six months.

3. According to the US Census, what percent of black deaths in 1965 were caused by diseases of infancy?
(a) 7.5.
(b) 9.8.
(c) 9.1.
(d) 8.2.

4. What is the necessary income for a family of four in Jackson Harbor?
(a) $10,000.
(b) $4,000.
(c) $8,000.
(d) $5,000.

5. Where did the Waters family live before moving to the Flats?
(a) Mississippi.
(b) South Carolina.
(c) Louisiana.
(d) Georgia.

Short Answer Questions

1. How many years had the Jacksons been in the Flats when Stack met them?

2. Approximately how many winter coats did Magnolia buy for her children and grandchildren?

3. How long was Magnolia given by the AFDC to spend the inheritance she received from her uncle?

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

5. How much money did the AFDC send Ruby to get a new couch?

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