Ordering the Chaos of the Contemporary World: An Introduction to Freakonomics

Question 1

Format:

Revolt · Accepted Answer

an essay

Question 2

Topic:

Revolt · Accepted Answer

genetically modified foods

Question 3

Audience:

Revolt · Accepted Answer

general audience

Question 4

Purpose:

Revolt · Accepted Answer

to argue a position

Question 5

What solution is proposed for the issue of food shortages and contamination?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

genetically engineered foods

Question 6

What is genetic modification?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

the act of changing genes to create new organisms

Question 7

According to the passage, what is one benefit of genetically modified cotton?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

increased yields in some areas of the nation

Question 8

Which statement paraphrases the evidence from this source?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

One study found a 17% increase in cotton yields using a genetically modified variety.

Question 9

Which of the following is the correct way to cite this source within your essay?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

According to Maryanski, “these products must be as safe as the traditional foods in the market” (“Genetically Engineered Foods”).

Question 10

What critiques of genetically engineered foods does this passage present? Check the five critiques that are included.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

a lack of long-term testing; a possibility of new toxins; a possibility of new diseases; a possibility of new food allergies; a lack of regulation

Ordering the Chaos of the Contemporary World: An Introduction to Freakonomics Answers