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Idaho Gem The worlds first cloned mule, was born on May 4. He is an identical genetic copy of his brother, a champion racing mule called Taz, and the first clone to be born in the equine family. Cc The worlds first cloned kitten, named Cc. It was created by scientists in Texas using a cell taken from an adult tortoiseshell female (see next picture). The photo, taken on December 22 2001 when the kitten was seven weeks old, was made public in February 2002. Noel, Angel, Star, Joy, Mary Five cloned piglets, born in Virginia, USA on March 5 2000. The worlds first cloned piglets were produced by PPL Therapeutics from an adult sow using a slightly different technique from the one that produced Dolly. Discussion What are the pros and cons of cloning? PROS: Produce animals with desirable traits. Increase the efficiency of the livestock production. Offset losses of among endangered species populations. Enable better research for finding cures to many diseases. Provide children for parents who would like a child but cant have one for various reasons. Provide parents with an opportunity to clone a child who has died. CONS: Decline in genetic diversity. Taking nature into our own hands. Religious and moral reasons. Physical problems, such as birth defects. Possibility of mental and emotional problems of the clone. 我们倡导过简朴的生活。 Translation Key The meaning of the sentence is plain. 2. plain adj. ② clearly visible ③ simple We advocate plain living. 这句子的意思十分清楚。 我必须坦白和你说。 Translation Key I must be plain with you. 2. plain adj. ④ truthful and frank ⑤ not attractive; not pretty or good-looking 这孩子相貌平平。 The kid has a plain face. 经过五年的努力工作，他升职在望。 Translation Key After five years’ hard work, promotion seemed within his reach. 3. within one’s reach inside the distance that can be touched 我认为这种新产品会为公司带来很多利润。 Translation Key I think this new product will generate a lot of profits for the company. 4. generate vt. to cause s