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Fundamentals of Fair Housing – SS1023DE (10 Min.)

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1

The Fair Housing Act was passed in 1968 as part of the Civil Rights Act.

True
False

2

It is legal for a landlord to steer families with children toward one building and single adults toward another.

True
False

3

Disability protections under the Fair Housing Act may require landlords to allow reasonable accommodations, such as service animals, even if pets are normally not allowed.

True
False

4

Sexual harassment by a landlord, such as demanding favors in exchange for rent or repairs, is considered a violation of fair housing laws.

True
False

5

It is illegal for a landlord or real estate agent to suggest certain neighborhoods to people based on their race or skin color.

True
False

6

Harassing or retaliating against someone for filing a fair housing complaint is NOT prohibited under the law.

True
False

7

Which of the following is NOT one of the seven federally protected classes under the Fair Housing Act?

Race
National Origin
Familial Status
Employment Status

8

Which federal agency is primarily responsible for investigating fair housing complaints?

Department of Labor
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Department of Transportation

9

Which of the following is an example of prohibited housing discrimination?

Requiring a consistent credit check for all applicants
Refusing to rent to someone because they have children
Advertising the square footage of an apartment
Asking for income verification during the rental process

10

Which of the following may be covered by state or local fair housing laws, even though it’s not listed in the federal Fair Housing Act?

Marital status
Source of income
Sexual orientation or gender identity
All of the above