The Origins of the EPA

The American conversation about protecting the environment began in the _____ (decade), leading to heightened public concerns about deteriorating city air, natural areas littered with debris, and urban water supplies contaminated with dangerous impurities.

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What is the primary goal (capacity) of the EPA?

• Regulating air pollution

• Conducting research on pollutants across different media

• Enforcing water quality standards

• Monitoring wildlife conservation

The House and Senate approved the proposal for the creation of the ___ after conducting hearings during the summer.

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What was the result of the plan to consolidate many environmental responsibilities of the federal government under one agency?

• Creation of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

• Formation of the Department of Environmental Affairs

• Establishment of the National Environmental Council

• Development of the Federal Environmental Bureau

What was the topic of President Nixon's 37-point message?

• Healthcare reform

• Foreign policy

• Environmental concerns

• Economic stimulus

The EPA would be able to set and enforce standards for air and water quality and for individual ___.

What is the purpose of establishing quantitative 'environmental baselines'?

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• To measure the success of pollution reduction efforts

• To measure the failure of pollution reduction efforts

• To establish a benchmark for environmental quality

• To track the progress of environmental conservation