Seedfolks Chapter 12: Amir Quiz

What motivates Amir to start gardening in the vacant lot?

• He wants to grow vegetables for his restaurant.

• He is inspired by the sense of community the garden creates.

• He is looking for a quiet place to escape his busy life.

• He wants to prove he has a green thumb.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does Amir describe the transformation of the vacant lot?

• As a miracle of nature reclaiming urban space.

• As a slow but steady process of beautification.

• As a chaotic but ultimately rewarding endeavor.

• As a symbol of cultural diversity and unity.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What country is Amir from?

• Egypt

• India

• Russia

• Indonesia

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Which event in the chapter best illustrates the theme of community?

• Amir planting his first seed.

• The gardeners sharing a meal together.

• Amir observing the garden from his apartment.

• The description of the garden's transformation.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does Amir's perspective on his neighborhood change by the end of the chapter?

• He feels more isolated than before.

• He sees it as more dangerous.

• He appreciates the diversity and community spirit.

• He plans to move away.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What inference can be made about Amir's background based on his actions and interactions in the garden?

• He has a background in agriculture.

• He is new to the country and looking to make friends.

• He has a deep appreciation for nature and community.

• He is a professional chef looking for fresh ingredients.

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Which piece of textual evidence best supports the idea that the garden brings people together from diverse backgrounds?

• Amir's description of the plants in the garden.

• The conversations Amir has with other gardeners.

• The variety of languages spoken in the garden.

• The different types of food shared at the garden potluck.

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CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

What does the garden symbolize for Amir?

• A place of personal achievement.

• A microcosm of the world's ecosystems.

• A bridge between different cultures.

• A reminder of his childhood.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

How does Amir contribute to the sense of community in the garden?

• By organizing weekly meetings.

• By sharing stories from his homeland.

• By helping others with their plots.

• By inviting new people to join the garden.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What plot event best demonstrates the impact of the garden on Amir's life?

• Amir deciding to plant a garden.

• Amir's first successful harvest.

• Amir making friends with a neighbor he had never spoken to before.

• Amir hosting a dinner with foods from the garden.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5