Test 2 Study Guide

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Describe the characteristics of the underclass as mentioned in the study guide.

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The underclass is characterized by chronic unemployment and poverty.

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The study guide mentions three types of capital. What are they?

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Human, Social, and Financial

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How do socio-economic status and capital affect leisure and sport participation according to the study guide?

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Higher socio-economic status and capital increase leisure and sport participation.

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The Census definition of poverty as described in the study guide is:

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A measure of income level below which a person is considered impoverished.

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What were the poverty rates in the U.S. in 2015 and 2016 according to the study guide?

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The poverty rate in 2015 was 13.5% and in 2016 was 12.7%.

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The spatial distribution of poverty in the U.S. southeast is characterized by: High concentration in urban areas, Even distribution across all states, Higher rates in rural areas, Lower rates in coastal regions

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Higher rates in rural areas

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What is the difference between forced leisure and true leisure?

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Forced leisure is leisure time that is imposed on an individual, while true leisure is chosen freely.

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What are the benefits of leisure for the unemployed?

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Improved mental health and well-being

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What are the homelessness rates in the U.S. by ethnicity?

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The homelessness rate is highest among African Americans.

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Some reasons for homelessness are: Lack of affordable housing, Unemployment, Mental health issues, All of the above

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All of the above