Gang Violence

Question 1

The graph shows the effects of gang violence on small and large communities.

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graffiti

Question 2

Which is a characteristic of a gang?

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seeks control of a defined territory

Question 3

Which characteristic describes one way a gang is identified?

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symbols that group members use to identify who they are

Question 4

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

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robbery

Question 5

Which group might be classified as a gang?

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three people who went through an initiation

Question 6

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

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Join an after-school sports group.

Question 7

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

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The longer someone is in a gang the more crimes committed.

Question 8

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

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feeling isolated from the popular in-crowd

Question 9

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

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gang signs sprayed on buildings

Question 10

Which is a personal choice that someone might make to avoid gang violence?

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Stop being a bully.

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