Your task is to design a persuasive piece (pamphlet, advertisement,
editorial, commercial,etc.) IN SUPPORT of or IN OPPOSITION
to the mandatory labeling of genetically altered food BASED UPON
SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE.
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. Do consumers have a right to know about the use of genetically
modified foods when they shop?
