What Is The State Of White America?

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A book that talks about the the differences that is forming between and causing two emerging classes among white America. Charles Murray focused on white America to show that the decline he mentioned is not experienced just by the minorities. How well do you know about it?

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  • 2. 
    What time period is the book focused on? - ProProfs

    What time period is the book focused on?

    • 1960 - 2010

    • 1860 - 1910

    • 1948 - 1958

    • 1900 - 1950

    Correct Answer
    A. 1960 - 2010
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 1960 - 2010. This time period is the focus of the book.

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  • 3. 
    Which group of people did the author focus on? - ProProfs

    Which group of people did the author focus on?

    • Black America

    • Asian

    • White America

    • Latino

    Correct Answer
    A. White America
    Explanation
    The author focused on White America.

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  • 4. 
    What is the name of the statistical construct he used?    - ProProfs

    What is the name of the statistical construct he used?   

    • Charlotteville

    • Frederick

    • Beaufort

    • Fishtown

    Correct Answer
    A. Fishtown
  • 5. 
    What state is Fishtown in? - ProProfs

    What state is Fishtown in?

    • Oregon

    • Philadelphia

    • Texas

    • North Carolina

    Correct Answer
    A. Philadelphia
    Explanation
    Fishtown is in Philadelphia.

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  • 6. 
    The affluent and influential people make up what percentage of America's population? - ProProfs

    The affluent and influential people make up what percentage of America's population?

    • 3%

    • 4%

    • 6%

    • 5%

    Correct Answer
    A. 5%
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 5%. This means that the affluent and influential people make up 5% of America's population. This suggests that a small fraction of the population holds a significant amount of wealth and power in the country.

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  • 7. 
    What is the book about? - ProProfs

    What is the book about?

    • Ethnicity

    • Race

    • Social class

    • IQs

    Correct Answer
    A. Social class
    Explanation
    The book is about social class. It explores the different social classes within society and the impact they have on individuals and communities. It may discuss topics such as social mobility, inequality, and the ways in which social class affects access to resources and opportunities. The book likely analyzes the dynamics of social class and its influence on various aspects of life, such as education, employment, and social relationships.

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  • 8. 
    What has declined among white working class? - ProProfs

    What has declined among white working class?

    • Working

    • Church going

    • Crime

    • Joblessness

    Correct Answer
    A. Church going
    Explanation
    Among the white working class, church going has declined. This suggests that fewer individuals from this demographic are actively participating in religious activities and attending church services. This decline may be attributed to various factors such as changing social attitudes, increased secularization, and a shift towards non-religious beliefs or alternative forms of spirituality.

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  • 9. 
    Who wrote the book? - ProProfs

    Who wrote the book?

    • Richard Brooks

    • Nicholas Manning

    • Charles Murray

    • Arthur Lynn

    Correct Answer
    A. Charles Murray
    Explanation
    Charles Murray is the author of the book.

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  • 10. 
    When was the book written? - ProProfs

    When was the book written?

    • 2012

    • 2015

    • 2010

    • 2011

    Correct Answer
    A. 2012
    Explanation
    The book was written in 2012.

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