Which event happened due to the publication of Rachel Carson’s book “Silent Spring”?
A The Sierra Club’s membership diminished until the club was forced to close for lack of funds.
B The Science Advisory Committee worked to suppress the findings from Rachel Carson’s book.
C President John F. Kennedy asked his Science Advisory Committee to investigate Carson’s claims.
D Americans were more determined than ever to ignore the science of environmental dangers.
C President John F. Kennedy asked his Science Advisory Committee to investigate Carson’s claims.
Rachel Carson’s “Silent Spring” raised awareness about the dangers of pesticides, particularly DDT, and highlighted the environmental impact of human activities. In response to the public concern generated by the book, President Kennedy instructed his Science Advisory Committee to look into the claims made by Carson, leading to a broader environmental movement.