Genetic Engineering Quiz

What is genetic engineering?

• The deliberate modification of an organism's genes

• The process of growing genetically modified crops

• The study of genetic disorders

• The production of insulin in bacteria

What are the uses of genetic engineering?

• Growing bigger and better fruits

• Treating diabetes

• Treating other inherited disorders

• All of the above

What modifications are made in GM foods?

• They can last longer on the shelf

• They can grow well in hot countries

• They can make their own pesticide

• All of the above

What modification is made in GM cotton?

• Resistance to pests

• Resistance to weedkiller

• Resistance to diseases

• Resistance to drought

What percentage of soya grown in the world is GM?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 77%

What is the purpose of genetically modifying tomatoes, potatoes, squash, and papaya?

• To make them resistant to pests

• To make them resistant to diseases

• To reduce the need for chemicals

• All of the above

What is the benefit of GM golden rice?

• It contains vitamin A

• It can provide enough vitamin A to children in developing countries

• It is cost-effective

• All of the above

What pest is GM maize resistant to?

• Corn borer

• Weedkiller

• Drought

• Pests

What are the advantages of genetic engineering?

• Increased yields in GM crops

• Treatment of diabetes

• Potential treatment of other inherited disorders

• All of the above