A Civil Action | Short Essay Answer Key

Short Essay Answer Key

1. When Anne Anderson begins her own investigation into the leukemia cluster, what is her initial step?

Anne's initial step in her investigation is to interview each of the other families she knows has children with leukemia and thoroughly document the cases.

2. According to the city engineer of Woburn, what causes the foul taste and murky discoloration from Wells G and H?

According to the city engineer the taste and color are due to high iron and manganese contents, which does not pose any health danger.

3. What is the official city response to the citizen's committee to do something about the water?

The official response is to turn Wells G and H off intermittently, when the rainfall is sufficient to do so, but to place them back in operation when drought conditions require.

4. When Dr. John Truman is convinced that the number of...
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