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2.0/ 5
DevelopingLimited to Partial Success
The response presents a basic argument in favor of GMOs but lacks specific examples and clear reasoning. Frequent grammatical errors and vague language limit the overall effectiveness of the argument.
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Basic
Content
2/5Breakdown
Clear purpose2/5
Complete response2/5
Addresses requirements2/5
Working well
- Clear stance on GMOs — “I agree with GMO crops can strongly prevent global food shortages”
- Acknowledgment of potential downsides — “However this kind of plants might have bad affect like affecting biodversity and creating herbicide-resistant superweeks.”
- Focus on global impact — “solve the hunger problem in Africa or other place that suffer with the food shortige problem.”
To improve
- Lack of specific examples Try: Provide specific examples of GMOs that have been successful in resisting pests, such as Bt corn, to strengthen the argument.
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