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There is a lot of concern over the world’s growing population these days. This is coupled with increased
instances of natural disasters that cause a lack of crops, such as 41 . As more and more people are wary of
not having enough food in the future, some think growing genetically-modified (GM) crops will 42 . They
maintain that this is the most effective way to solve the problem. However, this view is a source of 43 for
some people. Doubters say that not enough research has been done regarding long-term 44 of GM foods,
which may do harm to human health if people keep eating them. They also say they don’t trust the biotech
industry because some companies have been accused of 45 business practices in the past such as adding
something harmful into products. Whether we grow more GM foods or not, shortage of food will remain a
serious issue that everyone has to face. 【題組】42. (A) fail (B) melt (C) help (D) wane