Infamous Gangs of 18th and 19th Century America

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Which city experienced an increase in juvenile crime and the formation of gangs in 1854?

  • Philadelphia
  • New York (correct)
  • Chicago
  • Boston

What were some factors that led to the formation of gangs in the 1820s in New York?

  • High unemployment rates
  • Anti-immigrant prejudice
  • Poor living conditions
  • All of the above (correct)

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gang members in the 1820s in New York?

  • Higher education (correct)
  • Distinct names
  • Distinct colors
  • Distinct style of dress

Which year did Philadelphia citizens complain about hooligans who engaged in various activities including reading sexually oriented material?

<p>1791 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common reaction when someone doesn't understand something, according to the text?

<p>Suspicion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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