A New Kind of Corn
  • 1. What does the word prevalent mean?
A) mild
B) widespread
C) unpopular
D) random
  • 2. Which of the following is NOT an example of a person's characteristics?
A) young
B) mother
C) tall
D) daring
  • 3. Which of these professionals works with agriculture?
A) Teacher
B) Salesperson
C) Nurse
D) Farmer
  • 4. Which definition means the OPPOSITE of disagrees?
A) takes pleasure in
B) researches to find an answer
C) differs in opinion
D) sees eye to eye
  • 5. What does the word advancements mean?
A) observations
B) improvements
C) worsening
D) keeping
  • 6. Which of the following sentences is an example of concerns someone might have at lunchtime?
A) I have never ordered something I did not like.
B) I would like to have broccoli instead of fries.
C) I ordered a salad with the dressing on the side.
D) I wonder if my chicken is cooked all the way.
  • 7. Which word means almost the SAME thing as resistance?
A) support
B) trust
C) opposition
D) praise
  • 8. What does the word inherit mean?
A) to receive from an ancestor
B) to purchase at a store
C) to give as a gift
D) to ask for help
  • 9. How do scientists make Bt corn?
A) The add an insect repellent to the corn.
B) They add a sweetener to the corn.
C) They change the genetic code of corn.
D) They inject poison into the corn.
  • 10. What does Bt corn produce that kills insects?
A) poison
B) genes
C) sweetener
D) bacteria
  • 11. All of the following are reasons why Bt corn is beneficial to farmers EXCEPT
A) it saves time and money.
B) the reduced need for pesticides.
C) they do not worry about being exposed to toxic chemicals.
D) it has been proven to be safe for consumers to eat.
  • 12. According to the article, what is the problem with Bt corn?
A) It costs too much money.
B) Bt corn kills only harmless insects.
C) It does not taste good.
D) There is no proof that Bt corn is safe to grow and eat.
  • 13. Based on what you read, what is the future of testing GM foods?
A) Testing will continue as long as Bt corn makes money.
B) Testing will only continue on root worm beetles.
C) Testing will continue until they know if GM foods are safe for consumers.
D) Testing is no longer needed.
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