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1. "The California Right to Know Genetically Modified Food Act” known as Proposition 37 will require food manufacturers to label food with genetically modified ingredients (GMOs). If the bill passes, it will be the first law in the United States that required GMO labeling. Some European countries already mandate GMO labeling, but efforts to pass legislation in the United States have met resistance. Over a dozen other states have failed to pass proposed labeling laws. Food manufacturer argue that the bill is unnecessary because GMO are safe. They believe labeling will drive up food costs and will confuse consumers. Proponents of the legislation assert that consumers have a right to know what is in their food.

Genetic modification, also called genetic engineering, the alteration of genetic material through processes not found in nature. Scientists use genetically modified organisms to protect crops. add variety to certain foods. Some people believe that the genetic modification of foods effects safety. Corporations that produce genetically modified foods point to hundreds of studies that show that they are safe. California voters will soon make a choice about GMO foods labels, and both sides are spending millions of dollars to influence their decisions. The result of the ballot initiative will reverberate throughout the nation.

Who is most likely the intended audience for this passage?
  1. The intended audience consists of California voters who are trying to determine how to vote on Proposition 37.
  2. The intended audience consists of food manufacturers who are resistant to adding GMO labeling to their food products.
  3. The intended audience consists of those unfamiliar with GMOs or recent legislative efforts in California or other states.
  4. The intended audience consists of academic researchers developing research projects on the safety of GMOs.
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2. What is the name for a half of a circle?
  1. Semicircle
  2. Quadrant
  3. Radius
  4. Diameter
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3. "The California Right to Know Genetically Modified Food Act” known as Proposition 37 will require food manufacturers to label food with genetically modified ingredients (GMOs). If the bill passes, it will be the first law in the United States that required GMO labeling. Some European countries already mandate GMO labeling, but efforts to pass legislation in the United States have met resistance. Over a dozen other states have failed to pass proposed labeling laws. Food manufacturer argue that the bill is unnecessary because GMO are safe. They believe labeling will drive up food costs and will confuse consumers. Proponents of the legislation assert that consumers have a right to know what is in their food.

Genetic modification, also called genetic engineering, the alteration of genetic material through processes not found in nature. Scientists use genetically modified organisms to protect crops. add variety to certain foods. Some people believe that the genetic modification of foods effects safety. Corporations that produce genetically modified foods point to hundreds of studies that show that they are safe. California voters will soon make a choice about GMO foods labels, and both sides are spending millions of dollars to influence their decisions. The result of the ballot initiative will reverberate throughout the nation.

Based on the author’s tone, how would he or she likely vote on Proposition 37?
  1. The author would likely vote NO on proposition 37.
  2. The author would likely vote YES on proposition 37.
  3. The author would likely abstain from voting on Proposition 37.
  4. There is not enough information to answer this question.
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4. "The California Right to Know Genetically Modified Food Act” known as Proposition 37 will require food manufacturers to label food with genetically modified ingredients (GMOs). If the bill passes, it will be the first law in the United States that required GMO labeling. Some European countries already mandate GMO labeling, but efforts to pass legislation in the United States have met resistance. Over a dozen other states have failed to pass proposed labeling laws. Food manufacturer argue that the bill is unnecessary because GMO are safe. They believe labeling will drive up food costs and will confuse consumers. Proponents of the legislation assert that consumers have a right to know what is in their food.

Genetic modification, also called genetic engineering, the alteration of genetic material through processes not found in nature. Scientists use genetically modified organisms to protect crops. add variety to certain foods. Some people believe that the genetic modification of foods effects safety. Corporations that produce genetically modified foods point to hundreds of studies that show that they are safe. California voters will soon make a choice about GMO foods labels, and both sides are spending millions of dollars to influence their decisions. The result of the ballot initiative will reverberate throughout the nation.

Based on this passage, what can one infer about the safety of Genetically Modified Organisms?
  1. GMOs pose a significant risk to the safety of consumers.
  2. Corporations are attempting to deceive consumers about the potential risks of GMOs.
  3. They are not likely dangerous.
  4. GMOs are becoming more dangerous.
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5. What part of a poll or survey is considered the 'sample'?
  1. The sum total of responses collected through the poll or survey
  2. The group of people participating in the survey or poll who represent a larger population
  3. The larger population the poll or survey is attempting to understand
  4. The questions the participants are asked
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