Summarize the points made in the lecture, explaining how they relate to the points made in the reading. Use specific examples and details from both passages in your answer.
Genetically modified foods are getting popularized today. They refer to the plants modified in labs to suit the consumption needs of human beings, employing a variety of molecular biology procedures. The writer concentrates on the advantages of genetically modified foods. On the other hand, the speaker places emphasis on highlighting the disadvantages of genetically modified food substances.
First of all, the writer quotes that GM foods have been there for a pretty long time and they help human beings safeguard themselves against cold, drought, salinity, pests and herbicides and h...
- The following appeared as part of an article in a business magazine."A recent study rating 300 male and female advertising executives according to the average number of hours they sleep per night showed an association between the amount of sleep the execu 80
- Commuters complain that increased rush-hour traffic on Blue Highway between the suburbs and the city center has doubled their commuting time. The favored proposal of the motorists' lobby is to widen the highway, adding an additional lane of traffic. Oppon 88
- The following appeared in a memo from the director of student housing at Buckingham College."To serve the housing needs of our students, Buckingham College should build a number of new dormitories. Buckingham's enrollment is growing and, based on current 78
- Summarize the points in the lecture you just heard and explain how they differ from points rised in the reading passage. 100
- Universities should require every student to take a variety of courses outside the student's field of study.Write a response in which you discuss the extent to which you agree or disagree with the claim. In developing and supporting your position, be sure 67
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