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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12 "The Human Price".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Humans hold a narrow view of _________, using them when they are immediately useful only.
(a) Trees
(b) Plants
(c) Animals
(d) Pests

2. Humankind is producing new ________ in the laboratory, though these used to be limited only to nature's actions.
(a) Chemicals
(b) Wastes
(c) Plants
(d) DNA

3. Who was intended to benefit from the removal of sagebrush from the American West?
(a) Livestock
(b) Birds
(c) Lizards
(d) Other plant species

4. What are many chemicals sold in that could result in high chemical exposure if dropped by the consumer?
(a) Plastic
(b) Glass
(c) Paper
(d) Metal

5. What is the name of the naturally occurring mineral that is toxic to humans and most creatures but is still used as a pesticide?
(a) Arsenic
(b) Lead
(c) Carbon
(d) Boron

Short Answer Questions

1. The _________ of Wyoming which supported many animal species were unintentionally killed, leading to massive animal death.

2. What is not usable for drinking, irrigation, or industry?

3. Farms and orchards do NOT include these trees, in Carson's description.

4. Spring begins in the United States with the once-familiar ___________.

5. The business of chemical _______ is booming because people approach plant life without thinking about any perspective but their own immediate desires.

(see the answer key)

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