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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 4: Chapter 18, Safe and Productive Neighborhoods.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the 1950s, how many Americans changed residence each year?
(a) 30 percent.
(b) 15 percent.
(c) 10 percent.
(d) 20 percent.

2. How many Americans moved each year according to Putnam?
(a) 1 in 5.
(b) 1 in 4.
(c) 4 out of 5.
(d) 2 out of 3.

3. According to a study by Sampson and Groves, which country found that organizational participation and social ties made a difference in reducing crime levels?
(a) Sweden.
(b) United States.
(c) Spain.
(d) Britain.

4. In the late twentieth century, how many more times would an American send a greeting card to a friend than a letter to the editor?
(a) 57.
(b) 28.
(c) 43.
(d) 35.

5. Where were groups of working-class housewives most likely to play cards frequently?
(a) East coast.
(b) Rockies.
(c) Great Plains.
(d) West coast.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which state had the least number of murders?

2. In Roper polls in the 1980s and 1990s, how many American reported going out for entertainment?

3. Of people who expected to move in five years, what percent were less likely to attend church, club meetings, volunteer or work on community projects?

4. In the 1990s, how many Americans moved?

5. By 1999, what was the average age of those who were members of the American Contract Bridge League?

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