Chapter 1

1. Ronald Bailey argues that past predictions of environmental doom have not come true. Is this a valid response, in your view, to the predictions made by Eugene Linden? Explain.

2. What evidence do Ross Gelbspan and S. Fred Singer cite in their determinations over whether global warming has become a serious problem? Which do you find more persuasive? Why"

3. The American Council on Science and Health is largely funded by private corporations, including chemical manufacturers. Greenpeace is an organization that depends in part on raising public concern and fears about the environment in order to raise funds. Should either or both of these facts be considered in evaluating their respective arguments? Defend your answer.

Chapter 2

1. Kenneth W. Chilton says that setting standards so as to attain “zero risk” from air pollution is a mistaken goal. What argument does he use to support...