Question

question 11 of 20
which figure from green literature convinced the u.s. government to create yosemite and sequoia national parks in the 1890s, founded the sierra club, and published the book our national parks?

a. rachel carson

b. edward abbey

c. john muir

d. annie dillard

Explanation:

John Muir was a key figure in green literature and conservation. He advocated for the creation of Yosemite and Sequoia national parks in the 1890s, founded the Sierra Club, and authored Our National Parks. Rachel Carson (A) focused on pesticides (e.g., Silent Spring), Edward Abbey (B) wrote about desert conservation later, and Annie Dillard (D) is a nature writer but not associated with these 1890s efforts.

Answer:

C. John Muir