Lesson 7: Gang Violence Answers

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A study examined the relationship between the criminal offenses and the number of years in a gang.

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A
The longer someone is in a gang the more crimes committed.
B
The longer someone is in a gang, the harder it is to leave the group.
C
Individuals in a gang for one year have a hard time leaving the group.
D
Individuals in a gang for one year have a large risk of committing a crime.
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Which characteristic describes one way a gang is identified?

A
the ages of people who belong to a group
B
the type of homes that people in a group own
C
symbols that group members use to identify who they are
D
the type of criminal activity that group members engage in
4

Which is a personal risk factor for wanting to join a gang?

A
receiving poor grades in school
B
having a family member in a gang
C
hearing others discuss being in a gang
D
feeling isolated from the popular in-crowd
5

The Saanvi family wants to move to a new town. How can they best determine whether a certain part of the town has gangs?

A
Assess current criminal reports in the area.
B
Check the names of people who live in the area.
C
Rank schools that may affect having a good education.
D
Identify areas that may encourage alcohol abuse.
6

Nicolas has been in a gang for many years. Which health problem is he at risk of developing?

A
excess weight gain
B
post-traumatic stress disorder
C
sleep apnea
D
type 2 diabetes
7

Which group might be classified as a gang?

A
a club that has two members
B
six people who participate in community events
C
three people who went through an initiation
D
two people who are constantly engaged in criminal activity
8

Jason pressures Emmanuel to be a gang member. Which choice is the best way Emmanuel can respond?

A
Tell Jason he is not interested in joining.
B
Ignore Jason and brush off what he says.
C
Lighten the mood by changing the subject.
D
Keep quiet and continue listening to Jason.
9

As a result of gang violence, the government spends millions of dollars on

A
new housing.
B
rehabilitation.
C
struggling businesses.
D
schools with poor ratings.
10

What is the best way for young adults to avoid gang violence?

A
Join an after-school sports group.
B
Get familiar with local crime areas.
C
Handle confrontations when they arise.
D
Record personal threats in a private journal.
11

What is the best way for young adults to avoid gang violence?

A
Join an after-school sports group.
B
Get familiar with local crime areas.
C
Handle confrontations when they arise.
D
Record personal threats in a private journal.
12

This graph shows the different gang-related activities reported in small and large communities.

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A
graffiti
B
robbery
C
drug sales
D
aggravated assault
13

Jason pressures Emmanuel to be a gang member. Which choice is the best way Emmanuel can respond?

A
Tell Jason he is not interested in joining.
B
Ignore Jason and brush off what he says.
C
Lighten the mood by changing the subject.
D
Keep quiet and continue listening to Jason.
14

Which is a characteristic of a gang?

A
meets on an irregular basis
B
seeks control of a defined territory
C
participates in community activities
D
requires at least 15 members in the group
15

The graph shows criminal activity committed by gang members in a community.

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A
stolen cars
B
gang signs sprayed on buildings
C
after-hours thefts in stores
D
home robberies within a five-mile radius
16

Which characteristic describes one way a gang is identified?

A
the ages of people who belong to a group
B
the type of homes that people in a group own
C
symbols that group members use to identify who they are
D
the type of criminal activity that group members engage in
17

A study examined the relationship between the criminal offenses and the number of years in a gang.

Question illustration
A
The longer someone is in a gang the more crimes committed.
B
The longer someone is in a gang, the harder it is to leave the group.
C
Individuals in a gang for one year have a hard time leaving the group.
D
Individuals in a gang for one year have a large risk of committing a crime.
18

The Saanvi family wants to move to a new town. How can they best determine whether a certain part of the town has gangs?

A
Assess current criminal reports in the area.
B
Check the names of people who live in the area.
C
Rank schools that may affect having a good education.
D
Identify areas that may encourage alcohol abuse.
19

Which is a personal risk factor for wanting to join a gang?

A
receiving poor grades in school
B
having a family member in a gang
C
hearing others discuss being in a gang
D
feeling isolated from the popular in-crowd

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