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All of the following are reasons why Bt corn is beneficial to farmers EXCEPT

• it saves time and money.

• they do not worry about being exposed to toxic

• it has been proven to be safe for consumers to eat.

• the reduced need for pesticides.

How do scientists make Bt corn?

• They change the genetic code of corn.

• They add an insect repellent to the corn.

• They add a sweetener to the corn.

• They inject poison into the corn.

What does Bt corn produce that kills insects?

• sweetener

• genes

• poison

• bacteria

According to the article, what is the problem with Bt corn?

• It costs too much money.

• It does not taste good.

• Bt corn kills only harmless insects.

• There is no proof that Bt corn is safe to grow and eat.

Based on what you read, what is the future of testing GM foods?

• Testing will continue as long as Bt corn makes money.

• Testing will continue until they know if GM foods are

• Testing is no longer needed.

• Testing will only continue on rootworm beetles

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• Advancement

• Agriculture

• Inherit

• Resistance

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• fulfill

• injustice

• protest

• registered

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• protest

• boycott

• qualified

• encouragement

unfairness; something that is not right 

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