Question 1

What is a major ethical concern regarding the use of embryos in research?

Accepted Answer

The moral status of the embryo

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Duration of experiments

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Availability of equipment

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Cost of research materials

Question 2

Which of the following is a potential benefit of using embryos in medical research?

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Development of new therapies for diseases

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Enhancement of computer algorithms

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Increased agricultural productivity

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Production of fossil fuels

Question 3

Which of the following is a common reason for someone to undergo IVF?

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Infertility issues

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Common cold

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Flu symptoms

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High blood pressure

Question 4

What is the purpose of preimplantation genetic testing (PGT) in IVF?

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To screen embryos for genetic conditions

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To enhance embryo color

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To change the gender of embryos

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To determine embryo size

Question 5

What is the primary ethical concern regarding 'saviour siblings'?

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The potential for exploitation of the child created for medical purposes

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The ease of genetic testing

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The child's ability to donate blood

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The financial costs of IVF

Question 6

Why might parents choose to create a 'saviour sibling'?

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To provide a genetic match for a sibling in need of medical treatment

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To gain financial benefits

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To have more children

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To avoid genetic diseases in all children

Question 7

What is one potential risk associated with having a 'saviour sibling'?

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Emotional distress for the child if they feel like they were created only for medical purposes

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Immediate acceptance by society

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Higher intelligence due to genetic selection

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Guaranteed health for all siblings

Question 8

What is an ethical concern regarding embryonic stem cell research?

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It involves the destruction of embryos

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It causes serious health risks to donors

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It is illegal in many countries

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It leads to the production of clone humans

Question 9

What is the primary purpose of genetic engineering in embryos?

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To prevent genetic diseases

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To increase height

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To make embryos grow faster

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To change eye color

Question 10

Which ethical concern is often discussed regarding the genetic engineering of embryos?

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Designer babies

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Increased fertility

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Lower healthcare costs

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Faster growth rates

Question 11

Which form of genetic engineering allows scientists to edit the DNA sequence with high precision?

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Gene editing

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Gene cloning

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Genetic mapping

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Gene therapy

Question 12

What does the term 'sanctity of life' mean?

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The inherent value and dignity of all human life

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The social status of individuals

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The importance of animal life over human life

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The right to choose one's own death

Question 13

Which religion is often associated with the teaching that life is sacred from conception until natural death?

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Catholicism

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Islam

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Hinduism

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Buddhism

Question 14

What is one argument against the concept of the sanctity of life?

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Personal autonomy and choice

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Life is a gift from God

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All life is equally valuable

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Life should always be preserved at any cost

Question 15

What is a common religious viewpoint regarding the sanctity of life?

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All human life is sacred and must be protected

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Only certain lives are valuable

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Life should be cherished only if it is comfortable

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Human life is less important than economic factors

Question 16

What is a potential benefit of embryo research?

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Advancement in medical treatments

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Decrease in genetic diseases

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Higher taxes for research funding

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Increased unemployment

Question 17

What is one possible consequence of not allowing embryo research?

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Slowing down advancements in fertility treatments

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Lower costs for medical treatments

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Increase in the number of successful pregnancies

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Elimination of genetic disorders

Question 18

What ethical issue arises from the potential for genetic modification using embryo research?

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Playing God and altering human traits

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Reducing environmental impact

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Improving agricultural practices

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Enhancing human intelligence for all

Question 19

Which of the following religious views is true regarding IVF (In Vitro Fertilization)?

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Catholicism generally opposes IVF due to beliefs about the sanctity of life from conception.

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Islam fully endorses IVF without any restrictions.

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Buddhism universally prohibits any form of assisted reproduction.

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Hinduism does not have a clear stance on the use of IVF.

Question 20

What is a common stance of some Protestant denominations regarding IVF?

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Some Protestant denominations support IVF, viewing it as a scientific advancement that can help couples have children.

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All Protestant denominations strictly oppose IVF due to ethical concerns.

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Protestants believe IVF is a form of playing God and should be avoided.

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Most Protestant groups are indifferent and do not discuss IVF at all.

Question 21

What is the Islamic perspective on the use of IVF?

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Islam generally permits IVF as long as it uses the couple's own gametes and respects the sanctity of marriage.

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Islam prohibits all forms of assisted reproductive technology, including IVF.

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Islam allows IVF but only if done outside of marriage.

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IVF is considered acceptable only for single women in Islam.

Question 22

What stance do some Catholics take regarding the freezing of embryos in IVF?

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Many Catholics oppose the freezing of embryos, believing it disrespects the sanctity of life.

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Catholics generally support embryo freezing as a routine part of IVF.

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Most Catholics assume freezing will always lead to higher success rates.

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All Catholics believe that any type of embryo handling is unacceptable.

Question 23

What do humanists generally believe about the use of IVF?

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It is a positive way to help individuals and couples with fertility issues.

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It is dangerous and should be banned.

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It goes against religious beliefs.

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It is morally wrong and should not be used.

Question 24

What is a common humanist perspective on the ethical implications of IVF?

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Humanists believe in evaluating the benefits and harms of IVF based on reason and evidence.

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Humanists reject the use of any reproductive technology.

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Humanists believe that IVF should only be allowed for wealthy individuals.

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Humanists think IVF is solely a religious issue.

Question 25

How do humanists typically view the potential for human embryos in IVF?

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Humanists often see embryos as having potential, but prioritize the rights and wellbeing of living individuals.

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Humanists believe all embryos must be preserved until birth.

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Humanists do not consider embryos in their ethical discussions.

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Humanists believe embryos have the same rights as fully developed humans.

Question 26

What is the British Medical Association's (BMA) view on the moral status of the embryo?

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The BMA believes that the embryo has some moral status and rights

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The BMA believes the embryo is not worthy of respect

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The BMA believes embryos have no moral status

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The BMA believes embryos have the same status as adults

Question 27

What limitation does the BMA impose on the use of human embryos in research?

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Embryos used must be less than 14 days old

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All embryos must be donated to research

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Only embryos created for research purposes can be used

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Embryos can be used at any stage of development

Question 28

What purpose does the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) serve?

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To regulate and oversee fertility treatments and embryo research.

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To manage private clinics only.

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To conduct all fertility treatments directly.

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To ban all embryo research indefinitely.

Question 29

What type of embryos can be used for research under HFEA regulations?

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Only surplus embryos from IVF treatments.

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Embryos that have been frozen for more than a year.

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Embryos created from artificial means only.

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Any embryos created for the purpose of research.

Question 30

Which of the following statements is true about the use of genetically modified embryos in research according to HFEA regulations?

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Genetically modified embryos can only be used under strict conditions.

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Any research on embryos requires no specific regulations.

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All genetically modified embryos can be used freely.

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Genetically modified embryos are completely banned.

Question 31

What is the maximum amount of time a human embryo can be used in a laboratory under HFEA guidelines?

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14 days after fertilization.

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30 days after fertilization.

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7 days after fertilization.

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21 days after fertilization.

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