Ais the subject of a piece of writing that you can typically
state as a one-word noun or a noun phrase. a contains
the main idea of a paragraph.

First answer main idea, second answer topic sentence

Explanation: The main idea is the point of the paragraph. Topic sentence is

a sentence that expresses the main idea of the paragraph in which it occurs.

do you have a copy of the poem?

research question: do the predicted benefits of genetic enhancements outweigh the possible negative consequences of this technology?  

what information do i need to research in order to answer this question?  

-predicted benefits of genetic enhancements

-negative consequences of genetic enhancements

-existing, if any, consequences of the new technology

-possible consequences if the technology is perfected

what sources will have the information?

-scientific research documents or news articles summarizing research

-articles in science and medical journals, magazines, and electronic databases

-books

-experts at genetics: geneticists, scientists, professors

here you go have a nice day