Question

paragraph 14, how do the sections \why say yes?\ and \why say no?\ develop the authors’ claims about gmo foods? a by summarizing the major points about gmo foods outlined in the text b by emphasizing the impossibility of resolving the debate about gmo foods c by listing facts about the potential benefits and drawbacks of gmo foods d by showing that the advantages of gmo foods far outweigh any concerns 25. how effectively do the authors support the claim that there are potential downsides to gmos? a the claim is poorly supported by biased opinions from the authors about what they think consumers should eat. b the claim is supported by factual evidence of the environmental impacts and health concerns related to gmos. c the claim is poorly supported by unproven assumptions made by the authors and their irrational concerns about the unknown. d the claim is supported by the scientific explanation of the process of genetic alteration in gmos.

Explanation:

Question 1 (about how the sections develop the authors’ claims about GMO foods)

• Option A: Summarizing major points would be a recap, but these sections present pros and cons, not a summary of all points. Eliminate A.
• Option B: The sections don't emphasize the debate is impossible to resolve; they present reasons for yes and no. Eliminate B.
• Option C: "Why Say Yes?" would list benefits (potential advantages) and "Why Say No?" would list drawbacks (potential disadvantages) of GMO foods. This matches the purpose of these sections.
• Option D: The sections present both sides, not showing advantages outweigh concerns. Eliminate D.

• Option A: The claim about downsides would be supported by evidence, not biased opinions about what consumers should eat. Eliminate A.
• Option B: Potential downsides like environmental impacts (e.g., effects on non - target organisms, soil health) and health concerns (e.g., allergenicity, long - term health effects) can be supported by factual evidence. This is a valid way to support the claim.
• Option C: If the claim was supported by unproven assumptions and irrational concerns, it would be poorly supported, but the question is about effective support. Also, the authors likely use evidence, not unproven assumptions. Eliminate C.
• Option D: A scientific explanation of genetic alteration in GMOs explains how GMOs are made, not the potential downsides. Eliminate D.

Answer:

C. by listing facts about the potential benefits and drawbacks of GMO foods

Question 2 (about how effectively authors support the claim of potential downsides to GMOs)