Gang Violence

Question 1

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

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Tell Jason he is not interested in joining.

Question 2

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

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Assess current criminal reports in the area.

Question 3

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

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post-traumatic stress disorder

Question 4

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

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robbery

Question 5

Which is a characteristic of a gang?

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seeks control of a defined territory

Question 6

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 7

Which characteristic describes one way a gang is identified?

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symbols that group members use to identify who they are

Question 8

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

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rehabilitation.

Question 9

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

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Stop being a bully.

Question 10

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

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gang signs sprayed on buildings

Gang Violence Answers