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Your task is to design a persuasive piece (pamphlet, advertisement, editorial, commercial,etc.) <b>IN SUPPORT</b> of or <b>IN OPPOSITION</b> to the mandatory labeling of genetically altered food <u>BASED UPON SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE</u>. Use several cited sources to support your statement and remember to consider the credibility of your sources when defending your position. ( Be aware of �extremist organizations!) You should research BOTH sides of the debate, before deciding upon your position. As you research, think about the following questions to decide upon your position statement. 1. What is the definition of a genetically modified organism/food? 2. What are the areas of greatest promise in the modification of crop plants? and the consequences of greatest danger in the modification of crop plants? 3. What are the environmental advantages of genetically modified foods? and disadvantages of genetically modified foods? 4. What are the health benefits of genetically modified food? and healthrisks of genetically modified food? 5. What are the economic consequences? 6. Who benefits from this? Who is harmed? 7. What is the impact of genetically modified foods on the average consumer? 8. <b>Do consumers have a right to know about the use of genetically modified foods when they shop?</b>

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