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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 was Julia's cousin's name?
(a) Maya.
(b) Magnolia.
(c) Sara.
(d) Mae.

2. How long was Magnolia given by the AFDC to spend the inheritance she received from her uncle?
(a) One year.
(b) Two months.
(c) Four months.
(d) Six months.

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

4. According to Stack, what common belief do most studies of blacks reinforce?
(a) The status quo.
(b) That they are unwilling to get ahead in life.
(c) That they are unreliable.
(d) Popular stereotypes.

5. What type of jobs are typically available to those in the Flats?
(a) Temporary.
(b) Low paying.
(c) Long term.
(d) Unskilled.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who did residents of the Flats refer to by their surnames?

2. How old was Ruby Banks?

3. What affects a person's perception?

4. Who did Terence Platt live with when he was a child?

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

(see the answer key)

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