Reading Explorer 2: Unit 7A Only

What is the main idea of the first paragraph in 7A?

• Many local florists are disappearing due to competition from large companies in other countries.

• The international flower trade has grown a lot in recent years thanks to new technology.

• Most people don’t realize that the flowers they buy often come from far away.

• Two of the most popular types of rose plants are the hybrid tea and the floribunda.

Which statement about Aalsmeer auction house is true?

• It processes over half of the world’s cut flowers.

• It is the size of a large city.

• It sells around 20 million flowers each day.

According to paragraph D, Ecuador’s flower industry_____

• has found it difficult to compete with the United States

• has grown quickly due to Ecuador’s ideal climate

• has been an industry leader since the 1970s

What did Lina Hale’s father mean when he said, "I see a freight train coming down the track" (paragraph E)?

• He knew his business would be threatened.

• He thought customers wouldn’t want roses.

• He thought trains were the new way to move flowers.

What is the purpose of the “From Colombia to the United States” section?

• to show how the international cut flower trade works

• to give reasons why Colombian roses are expensive

• to explain why Colombian roses always look fresh

• to convince us to buy ore flowers from international growers

Apart from airplanes, what other technology has helped the flower trade become increasingly international?

What phrase describes the length of time a cut flower can stay in good condition?

How many flowers are sold on an average day at Aalsmeer auction house?

What is Lina Hale's job? She is a(n) ____________.

Which of the following are true about the Netherlands?

• Although largest auction houses are successful, small independent growers face huge competition.

• It has predictable weather periods which are perfect for growing flowers.

• It has dominated the world flower market for 50 years.

• They invest a considerable of research on flowers there.