Federal Fair Housing Laws - Exam (25
Questions) with 100% Correct Verified
Answers
Which of the following would NOT be illegal when renting an apartment to a family with
children? - ANSWER running a credit check prior to renting the apartment.
All of the following are protected classes EXCEPT: - ANSWER Illegal drug sellers
How long does a complainant have in which to file a Fair Housing violation complaint? -
ANSWER If the complaint is filed with HUD, one year; if filed in Federal Court, 2 years.
In what year was sex/gender added to the Fair Housing Laws as a protected class? -
ANSWER 1974
In March of 1989 two protected classes were added to the Fair Housing Law. They were
familial status and: - ANSWER Handicap status
Who is NOT protected by the fair housing laws? - ANSWER all of the above.
, individuals who would provide a direct threat to the health and safety of others,
individuals who have been convicted of illegal manufacture or distribution of
controlled substances, and illegal drug addicts.
If a complaint is filed against a property manager for discrimination, the complaint is
filed with - ANSWER HUD
An Asian couple asks a real estate agent to show them houses for sale. The agent
showed them houses in an area that is predominantly Asian. Which of the following
statements is TRUE? - ANSWER The agent is guilty of steering.
Which group is not protected by fair housing laws? - ANSWER illegal drug users
Handicap status does NOT include illegal drug users. (True or False) - ANSWER True
A person who has a history of mental illness but is recovered, is still protected under
the handicapped class. (True or False) - ANSWER True
Because of the Civil Rights Act of 1866, there are no exceptions that allow
discrimination in the housing market based on race. (True or False) - ANSWER True
Familial status is defined as: - ANSWER one or more individuals under 18 living with
a parent or anyone who has or is seeking legal custody.
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