Text 4- The Case Against De-Extinction
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English
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12th Grade
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Hard
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary reason against de-extinction according to the text?
It is universally opposed by scientists.
It is technologically impossible.
It is a misallocation of effort and resources.
It is a violation of natural laws.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the author suggest should be the focus instead of de-extinction?
Creating new species.
Developing more zoos and sanctuaries.
Preventing extinctions by addressing their causes.
Investing in space exploration.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is resurrecting a population like the passenger pigeon considered a monumental project?
Because there is no interest in bringing them back.
Because it would need a large number of birds to be viable.
Because it requires advanced technology not yet available.
Because it is too costly.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2
CCSS.RI.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.11-12.2
CCSS.RL.8.2
CCSS.RL.9-10.2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a major challenge mentioned for reintroducing species like the passenger pigeon?
The genetic diversity is too difficult to replicate.
Their habitats are greatly altered or destroyed.
Lack of public support.
Legal restrictions on genetic manipulation.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the term 'moral hazard' refer to in the context of de-extinction?
The risk of creating dangerous organisms.
The potential for de-extinct species to become invasive.
The ethical implications of playing God.
Becoming more willing to take risks because the costs are borne by others.
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CCSS.RI.8.1
CCSS.RI.8.8
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
CCSS.RL.8.1
CCSS.RL.9-10.1
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the author view the potential problems of resurrected organisms becoming pests or vectors of diseases?
As an unfounded fear.
As an easily solvable problem.
As the primary concern.
As a minor concern compared to other issues.
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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6
CCSS.RI.11-12.6
CCSS.RI.8.9
CCSS.RL.11-12.6
CCSS.RL.9-10.6
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the author compare the folly of de-extinction to?
The use of pesticides in agriculture.
The idea of geoengineering to combat climate change.
The risks of artificial intelligence.
The dangers of nuclear power.
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