When Eliot Liebow Began His Research on Lower-Class Black Men

question 22

Multiple Choice

When Eliot Liebow began his research on lower-class black men who hang out on street corners,he was grateful when a man named Tally introduced him to friends and guided Liebow in developing relationships that would benefit the study.In these actions,Tally served as a

• A)key informant.
• B)friend.
• C)rapport developer.
• D)research assistant.

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