Question

Cotton is one crop that is often damaged by a pest insect species. A research program is planned to genetically modify the plants to keep insect damage to a minimum. The aim of the research is to make the plants release a protein that can kill the insects.

Why might people be opposed to this research program?
Responses

A The insect species will soon spread to other areas.

B The modified plants will cause a waste of natural resources.

C The insects may be the natural food of several species of birds.

D The sales of pesticides will decrease where the modified plants are grown

Answer 1

B The modified plants will cause a waste of natural resources.

C The insects may be the natural food of several species of birds.

D The sales of pesticides will decrease where the modified plants are grown