Chapter 1

1. Arthur H. Purcell contends that more needs to be done to avert a garbage crisis, whereas Marian R. Chertow argues that the garbage crisis has already been averted. Examine the evidence that each author provides to construct his or her argument. Which author do you think is most convincing? Cite specifics from each argument to make your case.
2. Bud Angst claims that stringent government monitoring systems make sure that modern landfills are operated safely. However, Peter Montague maintains that landfills contaminate the areas surrounding them and threaten the health of nearby residents. Do you think that private agencies operating landfills would continue to operate them if they had proof that they presented a health risk to nearby residents? Please explain your answer.
3. Paul E. Kanjorski contends that interstate garbage shipping is harmful because it allows polluting states to dump their garbage in other...