A New Kind of Corn
  • 1. What does the word prevalent mean?
A) random
B) widespread
C) mild
D) unpopular
  • 2. Which of the following is NOT an example of a person's characteristics?
A) mother
B) young
C) tall
D) daring
  • 3. Which of these professionals works with agriculture?
A) Teacher
B) Nurse
C) Farmer
D) Salesperson
  • 4. Which definition means the OPPOSITE of disagrees?
A) takes pleasure in
B) researches to find an answer
C) sees eye to eye
D) differs in opinion
  • 5. What does the word advancements mean?
A) improvements
B) keeping
C) worsening
D) observations
  • 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 wonder if my chicken is cooked all the way.
D) I ordered a salad with the dressing on the side.
  • 7. Which word means almost the SAME thing as resistance?
A) support
B) praise
C) trust
D) opposition
  • 8. What does the word inherit mean?
A) to give as a gift
B) to purchase at a store
C) to ask for help
D) to receive from an ancestor
  • 9. How do scientists make Bt corn?
A) They add a sweetener to the corn.
B) They change the genetic code of corn.
C) They inject poison into the corn.
D) The add an insect repellent to the corn.
  • 10. What does Bt corn produce that kills insects?
A) genes
B) bacteria
C) poison
D) sweetener
  • 11. All of the following are reasons why Bt corn is beneficial to farmers EXCEPT
A) it saves time and money.
B) they do not worry about being exposed to toxic chemicals.
C) the reduced need for pesticides.
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) Bt corn kills only harmless insects.
B) It does not taste good.
C) It costs too much money.
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 only continue on root worm beetles.
B) Testing is no longer needed.
C) Testing will continue until they know if GM foods are safe for consumers.
D) Testing will continue as long as Bt corn makes money.
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