Question

read this draft of an outline for an essay. 1. should we eat genetically modified organisms (gmos)? 1. thesis statement: gmos have potential benefits and drawbacks for farmers, the food industry, and consumers. 2. body paragraphs 1. define and explain gmos 2. identify foods that are typically modified 3. potential benefits of gmos 4. potential drawbacks of gmos 5. argument for and against labeling food containing gmos what is the author’s intended purpose for this essay? ○ to entertain the reader with personal anecdotes about gmos in foods. ○ to provide the reader with in - depth scientific evidence about the dangers of gmos. ○ to persuade the reader to avoid consuming gmos. ○ to inform the reader about gmos by presenting opposing views on the topic.

Explanation:

The outline mentions both potential benefits and drawbacks of GMOs, as well as an argument for and against labeling food containing GMOs. This indicates a presentation of opposing views rather than a focus on entertainment (no personal anecdotes), only scientific evidence of dangers (also mentions benefits), or persuasion to avoid GMOs (presents both sides).

Answer:

To inform the reader about GMOs by presenting opposing views on the topic.