1. Leon R. Kass argues that because they are only human, scientists can not be trusted with the god-like decisions that genetic engineering technology gives them. Michael Place is more optimistic about humankind and believes that genetic knowledge is a God-given gift that can be used to serve humanity. What predictions does each author make about how human beings will use genetic technology in the future? Which predictions do you find most persuasive? Explain your answer.
2. Megan Best bases her ethical opposition to cloning on the assumption that embryos are human beings and should not be created or sacrificed to benefit other human beings. Stuart K. Hayashi, on the other hand, rejects the assumption that the embryo is a human being. Is accepting or rejecting this assumption necessary to support each author’s respective conclusions? Explain why or why not. 3. Which objections to genetically modified crops...