Q2 Module 5 Activity

Which of the following is a primary benefit of genetically modified (GM) crops?

• They increase pesticide use.

• They reduce crop yield.

• They are resistant to pests and diseases.

• They decrease food variety.

What does genetic modification in agriculture primarily involve?

• Selective breeding of plants.

• Inserting foreign genes into an organism.

• Removing harmful genes from plants.

• Crossbreeding different species.

One major benefit of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in agriculture is:

• Increased water consumption.

• Reduced nutrient content.

• Improved resistance to extreme weather conditions.

• Increased cost of production.

Which of the following describes a health-related benefit of GMOs?

• Increased sugar content in crops.

• Reduced risk of food allergies.

• Enhanced nutritional content.

• Faster growth rate.

Genetic modification has allowed for crops that:

• Require more pesticides.

• Have shorter shelf lives.

• Grow only in specific climates.

• Resist certain herbicides.

What is one environmental benefit of using GMOs?

• Increased need for fertilizers.

• Reduced use of pesticides.

• Higher carbon emissions.

• More land required for farming.

Why might GMOs be particularly beneficial in developing countries?

• hey are more expensive to produce.

• They reduce the need for imported food.

• They limit agricultural diversity.

• They increase the need for traditional farming methods.

Why might some consumers be cautious about GMOs?

• They are always organic.

• They are perceived as unnatural.

• They are always more expensive.

• They spoil faster than conventional crops.

Suppose you are tasked with developing a GMO crop that addresses both pest resistance and drought tolerance. What would be the first step?

• Test the GMO in various climates.

• • Select genes that provide pest and drought resistance.

• Crossbreed the GMO with other crops.

• Remove undesirable traits

A farmer wants to use GMOs to increase productivity on limited farmland. What combination of traits would be most beneficial?

• Disease resistance and fast growth.

• Drought tolerance and increased water demand.

• High water needs and shorter lifespan.

• Reduced yield with pest resistance.