Gun ownership and violence
What is the number of firearms per 100 residents in the United States?
121 firearms per resident.
In which country do they view gun ownership as a right?
In Yemen.
What must a person have to legally own a gun according to the essay?
21 years of age
In "The Outsiders," what is Johnny's home situation like?
According to the novel it is abusive and neglectful?
How many people are shot and killed in the U.S. each day?
327 people are killed every day
Name one factor that contributes to higher rates of homicides in the U.S.
Any of the following...
Where must a person get approval from to legally own a gun according to the essay?
A valid reason and approval from law enforcement.
Who in "The Outsiders" expresses a desire to harm himself due to his struggles?
Johnny Cade says this.
What percentage of gun deaths in the U.S. are suicides?
60% of gun deaths are suicides.
Name one life event that may lead to suicidal thoughts.
Any of the following...
What should be checked so that the person buying the gun will safely own a gun?
Their criminal record
What tragic event involving Dally occurs in "The Outsiders"?
Dally was shot and killed by police because of a misunderstanding.
What is the second leading cause of gun deaths in the U.S. after suicides?
Homicides
What amendment protects the right of Americans to bear arms.
The Second Amendment
According to the essay, how many guns should a person be allowed to purchase?
Two guns per person
What realization does Ponyboy come to about fighting?
He realizes that fighting should be used in self defense.
Which country has the second-highest rate of civilian gun ownership?
Yemen
This societal issue, highlighted in the essay, is often linked to higher rates of violence and can stem from...
Systemic Inequality
Poverty
Unemployment
What does the essay suggest the government should improve to reduce suicide rates?
Public and mental health care services.
The rivalry between these two groups in "The Outsiders" symbolizes societal divisions. What are these two groups?
Greasers: are a gang of kids and teenagers that live on the east side from the poor, working-class and are looked down on.
Socs: are a group of rich teenagers that live on the West side.