Cloning – Benefits and Ethical Concerns MCQs

1. What is cloning?
(A) The process of mixing genes randomly
(B) The creation of genetically identical copies of a biological entity
(C) Changing the color of an organism
(D) Natural reproduction between organisms

2. Which animal was the first successfully cloned mammal?
(A) Rabbit
(B) Dolly the sheep
(C) Monkey
(D) Dog

3. What type of cloning is used to create tissues or organs for medical use?
(A) Reproductive cloning
(B) Gene cloning
(C) Therapeutic cloning
(D) Natural cloning

4. What is one of the major benefits of cloning?
(A) Decreased biodiversity
(B) Cure for common cold
(C) Production of genetically identical organs for transplants
(D) Increased aging rate

5. What is a common ethical concern related to human cloning?
(A) Increase in natural reproduction
(B) Identity and individuality issues
(C) Overuse of technology
(D) Lack of funding

6. What is reproductive cloning primarily intended for?
(A) Creating vaccines
(B) Creating a whole new organism
(C) Producing antibiotics
(D) Testing cosmetics

7. Which technique is commonly used in cloning?
(A) Polymerase chain reaction (PCR)
(B) Gel electrophoresis
(C) Somatic cell nuclear transfer (SCNT)
(D) CRISPR-Cas9

8. What is a major scientific limitation of cloning?
(A) High cost of electricity
(B) High failure rate and health problems in clones
(C) Lack of interest
(D) Excessive data processing

9. Which field stands to benefit greatly from cloning technologies?
(A) Literature
(B) Medicine
(C) Performing arts
(D) Linguistics

10. Why is cloning controversial in agriculture?
(A) It eliminates all pests
(B) It may reduce genetic diversity in livestock
(C) It increases the size of seeds
(D) It makes food colorful