Social Problems: A Down-to-Earth Guide, 11e James M. Henslin Chapter 12 Urbanization and Population
CHAPTER 12 Urbanization and Population
LO 12.1 The Industrial Revolution contributed to _________ because a surplus of food could be produced to support people. A:rural growth B:polarization C:suburban decline D:urbanization
The Industrial Revolution contributed to _________ because a surplus of food could be produced to support people. A:rural growth B:polarization C:suburban decline D:urbanization
Despite opportunities in cities, most people in the world remain in rural areas. A:True B:False
Despite opportunities in cities, most people in the world remain in rural areas. A:True B:False
LO 12.2 As a result of the urban crisis, the middle- class __________. A:maintain the status quo B:left cities for the suburbs C:invested in gentrification D:created ethnic enclaves
As a result of the urban crisis, the middle- class __________. A:maintain the status quo B:left cities for the suburbs C:invested in gentrification D:created ethnic enclaves
The rates of burglary, robbery, suicide, alcoholism, and rape are higher in cities than in rural areas. A:True B:False
The rates of burglary, robbery, suicide, alcoholism, and rape are higher in cities than in rural areas. A:True B:False
LO 12.3 While it has critics, Burgess’ concentric zone theory highlights the __________. A:lack of diversity between cities B:necessity of urban renewal C:specialization of regions of a city D:decay of suburban industry
While it has critics, Burgess’ concentric zone theory highlights the __________. A:lack of diversity between cities B:necessity of urban renewal C:specialization of regions of a city D:decay of suburban industry
According to symbolic interactionists, urban decay is an abstract concept for those who live in urban areas. A:True B:False
According to symbolic interactionists, urban decay is an abstract concept for those who live in urban areas. A:True B:False
LO 12.4 Research findings on urban gangs emphasize _________ as a key component. A:assimilation B:isolation C:identity D:dominant values
Research findings on urban gangs emphasize _________ as a key component. A:assimilation B:isolation C:identity D:dominant values
Urban living typically leads to isolation and fear. A:True B:False
Urban living typically leads to isolation and fear. A:True B:False
LO 12.5 The goal of empowerment zones is to __________ through incentives for businesses in cities. A:stimulate economic growth B:gentrify urban areas C:promote suburban flight D:create dependency
The goal of empowerment zones is to __________ through incentives for businesses in cities. A:stimulate economic growth B:gentrify urban areas C:promote suburban flight D:create dependency
According to the author, to improve education in urban areas, we first need new school buildings. A:True B:False
According to the author, to improve education in urban areas, we first need new school buildings. A:True B:False
LO 12.6 Based on what we know about urban renewal, the homeless will likely _________ as the more affluent settle into cities. A:remain, but get pushed out of sight B:remain, but experience upward mobility C:leave and find jobs in rural areas D:leave and take their tax dollars
Based on what we know about urban renewal, the homeless will likely _________ as the more affluent settle into cities. A:remain, but get pushed out of sight B:remain, but experience upward mobility C:leave and find jobs in rural areas D:leave and take their tax dollars
Urban social policies need to promote middle class community in order to alleviate problems. A:True B:False
Urban social policies need to promote middle class community in order to alleviate problems. A:True B:False
LO 12.7 Anti-Malthusians believe populations go through a four stage transition tied to _________. A:structural inequality B:polarization C:modernization D:agrarian rights
Anti-Malthusians believe populations go through a four stage transition tied to _________. A:structural inequality B:polarization C:modernization D:agrarian rights
Seemingly simple changes in human behavior have impacts on population. A:True B:False
Seemingly simple changes in human behavior have impacts on population. A:True B:False
LO 12.8 According to Anti-Malthusians the source of starvation globally is __________. A:overcrowding B:uneven distribution C:population booms D: modernization
According to Anti-Malthusians the source of starvation globally is __________. A:overcrowding B:uneven food distribution C:population booms D: modernization
At its current rate of growth, the world’s population will double in about 58 years. A:True B:False
At its current rate of growth, the world’s population will double in about 58 years. A:True B:False
LO 12.9 The poor have larger families as a form of _________ as they age. A:punishment B:dysfunction C:security D:stability
The poor have larger families as a form of _________ as they age. A:punishment B:dysfunction C:security D:stability
The U.S. government pays farmers to limit grain supply. A:True B:False
The U.S. government pays farmers to limit grain supply. A:True B:False
LO The _______ of population growth has declined, but the population is still growing. A:type B:rate C:stability D:percent
The _______ of population growth has declined, but the population is still growing. A:type B:rate C:stability D:percent
There is less food today than there was 50 years ago to feed the population. A:True B:False
There is less food today than there was 50 years ago to feed the population. A:True B:False
LO Policies supporting population growth or decline are generally __________. A:accepted practice B:unacceptable C:used, but revised D:discussed as quackery
Policies supporting population growth or decline are generally __________. A:accepted practice B:unacceptable C:used, but revised D:discussed as quackery
Zero-population growth is a common goal of New Malthusians. A:True B:False
Zero-population growth is a common goal of New Malthusians. A:True B:False
LO New Malthusians believe the continued population growth will lead to ________ and death. A:execution B:forced change C:starvation D:abundance
New Malthusians believe the continued population growth will lead to ________ and death. A:execution B:forced change C:starvation D:abundance
Sociologists know the Anti-Malthusians are more correct than New Malthusians in their predictions. A:True B:False
Sociologists know the Anti-Malthusians are more correct than New Malthusians in their predictions. A:True B:False
Question for Discussion Explain why urban areas experience so many social problems. What role does population growth play in these problems?