Outline5 marksStandard
Many consumers object to the use of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in food production. Outline five reasons for these objections. Refer to examples of GM crops or animals to illustrate your answer.
CAIE A Level Biology 9700 · Genetic technology
Genetic technology: outline question
How this question is marked
5 marks, so the mark scheme is looking for about 5 separate creditworthy points. Making the same point twice in different words earns it once.
Outline means: Give the main points briefly. Less detail than describe, but every key step has to be there. One short line per step, in order. The marks are for coverage, not depth.
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