Question 1

Herrnstein and Murray argue that

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A)  IQ tests are not representative of people's level of intelligence. 
B)  alienation and relative deprivation explains high crime rates. 
C)  inner-city residents with low IQ are more likely to commit crimes. 
D)  inner-city residents are more likely to be victims of social inequalities. 
A)  IQ tests are not representative of people's level of intelligence. 
B)  alienation and relative deprivation explains high crime rates. 
C)  inner-city residents with low IQ are more likely to commit crimes. 
D)  inner-city residents are more likely to be victims of social inequalities. C

Question 2

What are the different factors that explain the failure of most high-rise public housing projects? Suggest some solutions.

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There are several factors that can contribute to the failure of high-rise public housing projects. Some of these factors include poor design and construction, lack of maintenance and upkeep, social and economic issues within the community, and a lack of community involvement and support.

Poor design and construction can lead to structural issues and safety concerns within the buildings, making them less desirable places to live. Additionally, a lack of maintenance and upkeep can result in deteriorating living conditions, further driving residents away.

Social and economic issues within the community, such as high crime rates and unemployment, can also contribute to the failure of high-rise public housing projects. These issues can create an unsafe and unstable environment for residents, leading to a lack of community support and involvement.

To address these issues and prevent the failure of high-rise public housing projects, several solutions can be implemented. Firstly, there needs to be a focus on proper design and construction to ensure the safety and functionality of the buildings. Regular maintenance and upkeep are also essential to maintain a high standard of living for residents.

Addressing social and economic issues within the community is crucial, and this can be done through the implementation of support services and programs aimed at improving the overall well-being of residents. Community involvement and support are also vital, and efforts should be made to engage residents in decision-making processes and encourage a sense of ownership and pride in their living environment.

Overall, the success of high-rise public housing projects relies on a combination of good design and construction, regular maintenance, addressing social and economic issues, and fostering community involvement and support. By implementing these solutions, the failure of most high-rise public housing projects can be mitigated.

Question 3

How is gentrification characterized?

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A)  It allowed poor people to own their residences. 
B)  It results from Section 8 programs. 
C)  It increases the number of low-rent housing units. 
D)  It describes why rich people move to older areas. 
A)  It allowed poor people to own their residences. 
B)  It results from Section 8 programs. 
C)  It increases the number of low-rent housing units. 
D)  It describes why rich people move to older areas. D

Question 4

The Housing Act of 1968 failed because it ignored the economic interests of developers.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

The New Deal provided loan guarantees to veterans.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Government intervention in housing began

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A)  with the New Deal. 
B)  in New York in 1870. 
C)  with the South Bronx project. 
D)  to solve the housing shortage that followed World War II. 
A)  with the New Deal. 
B)  in New York in 1870. 
C)  with the South Bronx project. 
D)  to solve the housing shortage that followed World War II.

Question 7

Violent crimes have decreased dramatically, especially among juveniles.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Black-white residential segregation

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A)  has increased since 1990. 
B)  explains inter-city variations in the Black murder rate. 
C)  is practically impossible to measure. 
D)  does not seem to influence violent crime. 
A)  has increased since 1990. 
B)  explains inter-city variations in the Black murder rate. 
C)  is practically impossible to measure. 
D)  does not seem to influence violent crime.

Question 9

In larger and taller buildings, crime occurs mostly in public areas.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Within urban areas, crime is

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A)  most concentrated in rich neighborhoods. 
B)  most concentrated in poor neighborhoods. 
C)  most likely to affect white teenagers. 
D)  most likely to affect rich individuals. 
A)  most concentrated in rich neighborhoods. 
B)  most concentrated in poor neighborhoods. 
C)  most likely to affect white teenagers. 
D)  most likely to affect rich individuals.

Question 11

Boston's Columbia Point illustrates the success of homesteading programs.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

TV shows influence public perception of crime.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Compare the advantages and limitations of public and private projects in providing low- cost housing.

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Public and private projects both have th

Question 14

Some school districts offer parents credit that is equal to the state's share of the cost of educating a child. This strategy is referred to as

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A)  magnet schools. 
B)  school vouchers. 
C)  charter schools. 
D)  busing. 
A)  magnet schools. 
B)  school vouchers. 
C)  charter schools. 
D)  busing.

Question 15

Two-thirds of police arrests for serious crimes involve white people.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Unlike affluent communities, cities lack the tax base to provide adequate per-student expenditures, even with additional state aid.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The housing market has generated an increase in the number of low-rent units.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The "New Urbanism" is sometimes criticized for

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A)  its emphasis on high-rise buildings. 
B)  the fact that it isolates the poor in specific areas. 
C)  the lack of attention to aesthetics. 
D)  the fact that it reduces the number of low-income housing units. 
A)  its emphasis on high-rise buildings. 
B)  the fact that it isolates the poor in specific areas. 
C)  the lack of attention to aesthetics. 
D)  the fact that it reduces the number of low-income housing units.

Question 19

offer special programs to attract students from many districts to achieve integration.

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A)  Charter schools 
B)  School vouchers 
C)  Magnet schools 
D)  Busing programs 
A)  Charter schools 
B)  School vouchers 
C)  Magnet schools 
D)  Busing programs

Question 20

The problem of housing is related to the problem of poverty.

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A) True 
 B)False

Herrnstein and Murray argue that

What are the different factors that explain the failure of most high-rise public housing projects? Suggest some solutions.

How is gentrification characterized?

The Housing Act of 1968 failed because it ignored the economic interests of developers.

The New Deal provided loan guarantees to veterans.

Government intervention in housing began

Violent crimes have decreased dramatically, especially among juveniles.

Black-white residential segregation

In larger and taller buildings, crime occurs mostly in public areas.

Within urban areas, crime is

Boston's Columbia Point illustrates the success of homesteading programs.

TV shows influence public perception of crime.

Compare the advantages and limitations of public and private projects in providing low- cost housing.

Some school districts offer parents credit that is equal to the state's share of the cost of educating a child. This strategy is referred to as

Two-thirds of police arrests for serious crimes involve white people.

Unlike affluent communities, cities lack the tax base to provide adequate per-student expenditures, even with additional state aid.

The housing market has generated an increase in the number of low-rent units.

The "New Urbanism" is sometimes criticized for

offer special programs to attract students from many districts to achieve integration.

The problem of housing is related to the problem of poverty.

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Exam 12: Housing, Education, Crime: Confronting Urban Problems

Herrnstein and Murray argue that

What are the different factors that explain the failure of most high-rise public housing projects? Suggest some solutions.

How is gentrification characterized?

The Housing Act of 1968 failed because it ignored the economic interests of developers.

The New Deal provided loan guarantees to veterans.

Government intervention in housing began

Violent crimes have decreased dramatically, especially among juveniles.

Black-white residential segregation

In larger and taller buildings, crime occurs mostly in public areas.

Within urban areas, crime is

Boston's Columbia Point illustrates the success of homesteading programs.

TV shows influence public perception of crime.

Compare the advantages and limitations of public and private projects in providing low- cost housing.

Some school districts offer parents credit that is equal to the state's share of the cost of educating a child. This strategy is referred to as

Two-thirds of police arrests for serious crimes involve white people.

Unlike affluent communities, cities lack the tax base to provide adequate per-student expenditures, even with additional state aid.

The housing market has generated an increase in the number of low-rent units.

The "New Urbanism" is sometimes criticized for

offer special programs to attract students from many districts to achieve integration.

The problem of housing is related to the problem of poverty.

Exploring the City

Evolution of the Worlds Cities

Development of North American Cities

Urban Sociology: Classic and Modern Statements

Spatial Perspectives: Making Sense of Space

Critical Urban Sociology: the City and Capitalism

The Context of Cities

Comparative Urbanism: the City and Culture

Stratification and Social Class: Urban and Suburban Lifestyles

Race, Ethnicity, and Gender: Urban Diversity

Global Urbanization

Urban Planning: Past, Present and Future

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