The Food We Eat

Question 1

Vegan

Answer 1

A person who does not consume any animal products, including meat, dairy, eggs, and honey, often for ethical, environmental, or health reasons

Question 2

Vegetarian

Answer 2

A person who does not eat meat but may consume other animal products like dairy and eggs

Question 3

GMO (Genetically Modified Organism)

Answer 3

An organism whose genetic material has been altered using genetic engineering techniques to exhibit traits such as pest resistance, improved yield, or tolerance to environmental stresses. They are often found in crops like corn, soy, and cotton

Question 4

Factory Farming

Answer 4

An industrialized method of farming that prioritizes mass production of animals and crops, often leading to concerns about animal welfare, environmental degradation, and reliance on chemical inputs like antibiotics and synthetic fertilizers

Question 5

Organic

Answer 5

A farming practice certified by standards that prohibit the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, fertilizers, and genetically modified organisms, focusing instead on natural processes, biodiversity, and soil health