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Biotechnology

100

What does GMO stand for?

Genetically Modified Organism

200

What is biotechnology?

The process of using living organisms to develop technology.

300

What are GMOs?

Organisms whose genetic material has been modified using genetic modification techniques.

400

What is a Frankenstein food?

It is a food that has been genetically modified.

Morals

100

What is the moral dilemma that GMOs present?

Science and religion are being contradictory in the public opinion, and GMOs are becoming exposed as a health hazard in some cases.

200

Are GMOs good or bad?

Answers may vary but: too much of one thing is not good.

300

What does religion say about GMOs?

*Answers may vary

400

Is industry constantly being favored over public health?

*No specific answer, I will decide based on quality of answer.

Monsanto Company

100

What is Monsanto?

It is a company that controls the agriculture and biotechnology industry.

200

Name 2 of Monsanto's products

-DDT

-Roundup

-Corn seeds

-Wheat seeds

-Cotton seeds

-Soybean seeds

-Sorghum seeds

300

What is the controversy with this company?

- They are suing farmers for using their patented seeds illegally.

- They are taking genetic modification of organisms to another level.

400

Can you give an example of a case similar to that of Monsanto V. Schmeiser?

Answers may vary:

PepsiCo V. Farmers.