B2 – Upper Intermediate
For centuries, farmers have been selectively breeding animals and plants for better results, this is a form of GMO. Yet this hasn’t faced scrutiny like scientific GMOs, and we ask, “why is that?”.
GMOs or Genetically Modified Organisms have been criticized heavily by the general public due to many reasons, but is this skepticism justified or do GMOs actually help us live a better life?
What are their pros and cons from a scientific point of view?
To find out more, let’s watch this video.
Vocabulary Questions:
- What does the expression “get to the bottom of something” mean? Use it in your own sentence.
- What is “yield“? Use it in your own sentence.
- What does “pronounced” mean? Use it in your own sentence.
Discussion Questions:
- From your point of view, are GMOs good or bad? Elaborate on your stand.
- Can you think of any other pros and cons of GMOs? Cite all of them.
- Do you believe that there is a type of GMO that can help stop climate change? Explain your point.
- In your opinion, is there a way to help GMOs have a better reputation? How?
- What are some ways that you know GMOs are used?