Gene Editing Quiz

What is the primary goal of gene therapy?

• To enhance physical appearance

• To improve athletic performance

• To treat or prevent diseases by targeting genetic causes

• To increase intelligence

Which component of the CRISPR-Cas9 system is responsible for locating the DNA sequence to be edited?

• AAV vector

• Zinc finger nucleases

• Guide RNA

• Cas enzyme

How does gene editing correct protein production in cells?

• By removing all DNA from the cell

• By directly editing DNA to change its instructions

• By adding more proteins to the cell

• By using chemical treatments

What is the difference between in vivo and ex vivo gene editing methods?

• In vivo is faster than ex vivo

• In vivo delivers editing components directly into the body, ex vivo edits cells outside the body

• In vivo uses chemical agents, ex vivo uses physical methods

• In vivo edits cells outside the body, ex vivo edits them inside

What are off-target editing events in gene editing?

• Edits that only occur in animal models

• Modifications that occur at unintended DNA locations

• Successful edits at the target site

• Edits that enhance the desired effect