Question 1

What was the second leading cause of death for America's young people in 1987?&#10;A) automobile accidents&#10;B) drug overdoses&#10;C) drowning&#10;D) suicide

Accepted Answer

In 1987, suicide was the second leading cause of death among young people in America, following automobile accidents. This reflects broader concerns about mental health and the need for supportive interventions for youth.

Question 2

In the 1980s, &#34;doing it&#34; meant ______.&#10;A) getting married&#10;B) having sex&#10;C) drinking alcohol&#10;D) committing suicide

Accepted Answer

D

Question 3

What was historically unique about the Bergenfield case?&#10;A) It was the first case of murder-suicide in New Jersey.&#10;B) It involved a teenage suicide pact in which four people died together.&#10;C) It was the first case of teenage suicide in the United States.&#10;D) It involved the death of four family members.

Accepted Answer

The Bergenfield case was historically unique because it involved a teenage suicide pact in which four people died together, which was a rare occurrence at the time. It was not the first case of murder-suicide in New Jersey, nor the first case of teenage suicide in the United States. While it did involve the death of four family members, this was not the aspect that made it historically unique.

Question 4

The four teenagers found in the Camaro had all been labeled ______.&#10;A) preps&#10;B) jocks&#10;C) hippies&#10;D) burnouts

Accepted Answer

"Burnouts" is the term used to describe teenagers who engage in drug use and other forms of counterculture activities, which fits with the fact that they were found with marijuana in their possession. "Preps" typically refer to teenagers who dress in preppy clothing and have a privileged background, "jocks" refer to athletes, and "hippies" typically refer to those who favor peace, love, and nonconformity.

Question 5

What do Joe, Joan, and Susie have in common?&#10;A) They all had siblings who committed suicide.&#10;B) They all attempted suicide.&#10;C) They are all children of divorce.&#10;D) They all grew up with the author.

Accepted Answer

They all attempted suicide.

Question 6

At Bergenfield High, metal heads were synonymous with ______.&#10;A) burnouts&#10;B) copycats&#10;C) criminals&#10;D) preps

Accepted Answer

The term "metal heads" often refers to fans of heavy metal music who wear black clothing and have long hair. In the context of Bergenfield High, they were likely associated with the "burnout" subculture, which is known for a disinterest in academic achievement and rebellious behavior.

Question 7

In Bergenfield, what was the criterion for cool?&#10;A) participation in sports&#10;B) number of friends&#10;C) family income&#10;D) academic performance

Accepted Answer

The article mentions that in Bergenfield, "athletic success was the criterion for cool." Therefore, the answer is A) participation in sports.

Question 8

Which characteristic of Bergenfield was a contributing factor in the teens' deaths?&#10;A) There were not enough academically oriented after-school activities.&#10;B) There was no place for nonconforming kids to go.&#10;C) There was a lack of ethnic and racial diversity.&#10;D) There was a high unemployment rate.

Accepted Answer

The lack of a place for nonconforming kids to go was a contributing factor in the suicides of the Bergenfield teens. They felt isolated and unable to fit in with the mainstream culture of the town.

Question 9

Who are the &#34;forgotten half&#34;?&#10;A) youth who attend vocational school&#10;B) youth who dream of being rich and famous&#10;C) youth who are unlikely to go to college&#10;D) youth who have committed suicide

Accepted Answer

The "forgotten half" refers to the approximately 50% of American high school graduates who do not go on to attend college or receive a four-year degree. These youth may attend vocational or trade schools, enter the workforce directly, or face other barriers to pursuing higher education. This term highlights the societal emphasis on college as the only path to success and the lack of support and opportunities for those who do not choose or have access to college.

Question 10

Plano, Texas; Leominster, Massachusetts; and Omaha, Nebraska, are all ______.&#10;A) communities under siege&#10;B) fading factory towns&#10;C) safety zones for teenage delinquents&#10;D) locations of teenage suicide clusters

Accepted Answer

These cities have been identified in studies or reports as locations where clusters of teenage suicides have occurred, highlighting a tragic pattern of behavior within these communities.

Question 11

Describe the ethical issues the author had to confront before conducting her research.

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Question 12

Discuss how the sociological imagination helps our understanding of teenage suicide.

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Question 13

Why were national rates of teenage suicide higher in suburbs and rural areas in the 1980s?

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Question 14

What conclusion does the author make about the future of teen suicide in towns like Bergenfield? Do you agree with her conclusion? Why or why not?

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Question 15

Which two models dominated the study of teenage suicide for many years?

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