Marine biologist Rachel Carson’s research on the harmful effects of synthetic pesticides and herbicides was fairly controversial in the 1960s. However, her 1962 book Silent Spring was instrumental in the establishment of what federal agency?
a. DDT
b. ATF
c. EPA
d. Greenpeace
Answer: C
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a. heterosexuality. b. bisexuality. c. homosexuality. d. asexuality.
The ancestors of humans are termed:
a. hominoids b. hominids c. Neanderthals d. Post-simians e. None of the above
_____ leaders focus on the instrumental tasks of the group and demand compliance from others. In times of crisis, such as a war or natural disaster, they may be commended for their decisive actions. In other situations, however, they may be criticized for being dictatorial and for fostering intergroup hostility
a. Socialistic b. Laissez-faire c. Authoritarian d. Democratic
A serious criminal offense that is punishable by death or by incarceration in a prison facility for more than a year is called a(n) ________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).