66. The first paragraph presents ____.

1. an elaborate speculation
2. a historical summary
3. a scientific theory
4. an introductory aside

67. The author indicates that "rendered ... success" (Line 7, Paragraph 2) means ____.

1. the desires of environmentalists have changed over the years
2. the success of the environmental movement has frightened conservative politicians
3. the accomplishments of the environmental movement have made its public pronouncements irrelevant
4. environmentalists often appear old-fashioned in a world primarily concerned with technology

68. The phrase "wickedness incarnate" (last line, Paragraph 2) is used to ____.

1. cast aspersions on bureaucratic ineptitude
2. satire the language used by people with certain political leanings
3. convey humorously a deep longing of the author
4. rail against blatant polluters of the environment

69. The author's attitude toward environmentalism is ____.

1. resentful disappointment
2. qualified admiration
3. urgent concern
4. staunch advocacy

70. The author agree that ____.

1. the state of the environment continues to worsen
2. the environmental movement lacks political influence
3. spokespeople for the environmental movement are not sufficiently knowledgeable
4. the environmental movement employs exaggerated rhetoric

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