Research Workshop: Writing and Presenting the Argumentative Essay, Part 1

Question 1

Format:

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: an essay

Question 2

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

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: genetically engineered foods

Question 3

What is genetic modification?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: the act of changing genes to create new organisms

Question 4

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

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: a lack of long-term testing; B: a possibility of new toxins; D: a possibility of new diseases; E: a possibility of new food allergies; F: a lack of regulation

Question 5

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

Revolt · Accepted Answer

C: increased yields in some areas of the nation

Question 6

Which statement paraphrases the evidence from this source?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

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

Revolt · Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Reread the writing prompt, and make a decision. Which position will you take?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

A: I will argue for the use of genetically modified foods.; B: I will argue against the use of genetically modified foods.

Question 9

Topic:

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: genetically modified foods

Question 10

What is one possible drawback of genetically modified cotton?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

B: It may have caused problems with the plants.

Research Workshop: Writing and Presenting the Argumentative Essay, Part 1 Answers

More from this Course

TRY EDGENUITY HACKS