12. how was rachel carson's decision to major in science similar to her decision to write silent spring? how was it different? 13. in your own words, tell about rachel carson's life and achievements. 14. what effect did silent spring have on the way we view ecology? what specific information led you to your answer? 15. in silent spring, rachel carson wrote, "only within the moment of time represented by the present century has one species-man-acquired significant power to alter the nature of his world." is this a fact or rachel carson's opinion? how can you prove your answer? 16. write a question about the story for a teacher or another student to answer.