What is Curtis's reason for becoming involved in the garden?

• He wants to win Lateesha back.

• He needs money.

• He is going to show Lateesha how he has changed.

• Both A and C.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

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Who does Curtis help through his work in the garden?

• Kim

• Royce, a troubled teenager

• Lateesha

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What motivates Curtis to start gardening in Chapter 9 of "Seedfolks"?

• He wants to start a new hobby.

• He is trying to impress his ex-girlfriend.

• He is interested in healthy eating.

• He wants to win a gardening competition.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

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CCSS.RL.8.3

Which of the following are themes from Seedfolks? Choose 3.

• We should all respect each other, regardless of race or ethnicity.

• One small act can make a big, positive change.

• A neighborhood will not change, no matter what you do.

• Change is impossible

• Be kind to others because you never know what struggles they face.

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CCSS.RL.5.2

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CCSS.RL.7.2

Summarize Curtis' journey in Chapter 9 of "Seedfolks".

• Curtis starts gardening to impress his ex-girlfriend and becomes a community leader.

• Curtis attempts to garden but ultimately gives up due to lack of interest.

• Curtis gardens solely for personal gain and does not interact with the community.

• Curtis is forced into gardening by the community and learns to hate it.

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What is the setting in Seedfolks? (Where does it take place?)

• A city

• Cleveland

• Richmond

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Based on Curtis' actions and decisions in Chapter 9, what can we infer about his personality?

• He is easily discouraged.

• He is thoughtful and caring.

• He is selfish and inconsiderate.

• He is disorganized and chaotic.

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How does Curtis' character change throughout Chapter 9?

• He becomes less interested in gardening.

• He becomes more community-oriented.

• He loses interest in rekindling his relationship.

• He becomes more isolated.

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What inference can be made about Curtis' feelings towards Lateesha based on his actions in the garden?

• He is indifferent towards her.

• He deeply regrets their breakup.

• He is only interested in making her jealous.

• He blames her for their breakup.

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CCSS.RI.7.1

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Which piece of textual evidence best supports the idea that Curtis is dedicated to his garden?

• He visits the garden every day.

• He talks about the garden to everyone he meets.

• He plants the tallest and most beautiful plants.

• He protects his plants with a fence.

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