Florence Seedfolks

Who did Florence see in the garden at the end of the story?

• Kim

• Leona

• Wendall

• Curtis

The last line of Florence's story says that she saw the man in the rocker, and they...

• decided to walk to the garden together.

• ignored each other.

• waved and waved at each other.

• smiled at each other.

Which answer best describes the meaning of the title, "Seedfolks"?

• People that sold seeds and vegetables

• People that came from another country to start farming in a new country

• People that came from another country to build a new life in a new country and became part of a larger community

• People that planted seeds

How does Florence's perspective on the garden change throughout the chapter?

• She sees it as a waste of time and resources

• She initially doubts its success but grows to appreciate its value

• She is indifferent to the garden from beginning to end

• She is a strong supporter of the garden from the start

What vocabulary word best describes Florence's transformation in the chapter?

• Apathetic

• Enlightened

• Indifferent

• Hostile

What is the main theme of Chapter 13 in "Seedfolks"?

• The importance of technology in modern society

• The challenges of urban living

• The transformative power of community gardening

• The impact of global warming

What inference can be made about Florence's character based on her actions and thoughts in the chapter?

• She is selfish and uncaring about her community

• She is open-minded and capable of change

• She is disinterested in nature and the outdoors

• She is knowledgeable about gardening from the beginning

Which piece of textual evidence best supports the theme of community in Chapter 13?

• "The garden was a place of competition and jealousy."

• "People from all walks of life came together to create something beautiful."

• "Florence preferred to stay inside and watch TV."

• "The plants grew, but the people stayed the same."

What does Florence's initial skepticism about the garden reveal about her character?

• She is naturally a pessimist

• She has been disappointed by community projects in the past

• She does not like change

• She is not interested in gardening

How does the community garden affect the residents of the neighborhood according to Florence's observations?

• It causes more problems than it solves

• It has no real impact on the community

• It brings people together and fosters a sense of pride and accomplishment

• It becomes a source of conflict among the residents