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