1.9 - Chicago Explaining Divereity Levels/Hypersegragation Flashcards
1
Q
How was Chicago manipulated into segregation
A
When buying homes, had to specify race so area homes were sold in depended on race
2
Q
When did the manipulation occur
A
1926-1948
3
Q
How were the rich advantaged and poor disadvantaged
A
Poor areas (black) moved to more undesirable locations, rich had highways to commute to work easier
4
Q
How did the government suppress diversity
A
Struck down practice of having to specify race - Supreme Court made illegal
5
Q
How is social clustering explained
A
Immigrants attract immigrants
Similar culture, language, etc
Protection from attack
Family already there so can help them get a house or just move in
