Reading Test

1. What is a primary benefit of urban gardening in socio-economic crises?

• a) Increased retail space
• b) Enhanced urban traffic flow
• c) Food security improvement
• d) Higher tax revenues

2. Urban gardens primarily contribute to community health by:

• a) Reducing vehicle emissions
• b) Providing access to fresh produce
• c) Increasing property taxes
• d) Expanding internet access

3. What is one economic benefit of urban gardens?

• a) Lower housing costs
• b) Job creation in agriculture
• c) Reduced government debt
• d) Decreased shopping demand

4. How do urban gardens impact mental health?

• a) By encouraging competitive farming
• b) By providing recreational opportunities
• c) By reducing television viewing hours
• d) By discouraging outdoor activities

5. What role do urban gardens play in education?

• a) They replace traditional classrooms.
• b) They are tools for practical learning.
• c) They decrease school attendance rates.
• d) They focus on technological innovation.

6. Urban gardens help reduce waste by:

• a) Recycling water resources
• b) Composting organic materials
• c) Lowering household energy use
• d) Promoting minimalism

7. What is a key environmental benefit of urban gardening?

• a) Reduced demand for office spaces
• b) Enhanced soil degradation
• c) Improved urban biodiversity
• d) Lower air quality

8. The social cohesion from urban gardening is due to:

• a) Private ownership of garden plots
• b) Shared community activities
• c) Legal restrictions on land use
• d) Increased isolation of individuals

9. What does "socio-economic crises" refer to in this context?

• a) Natural disasters
• b) Urban gardening methods
• c) Challenges affecting both society and the economy
• d) Political disagreements

10. "Food security" is best defined as:

• a) Storing food supplies in secure locations
• b) Ensuring consistent access to sufficient food
• c) Restricting food consumption to urban areas
• d) Exporting food to other regions