Quiz: Seedfolks Chapter 7 (Virgil)

Who is telling this story? Who is Virgil, and what do we learn about him in the first few paragraphs?

Virgil’s father wants to plant something. What is it and why? How does Virgil react when he hears about his father’s plan?

Virgil’s reaction when he sees the size of their garden plot shows his attitude toward his father’s plan.

Who is Miss Fleck, and what does she say about their garden plot? How does Virgil’s father respond to her, and what does this tell us about him?

What problems do they have growing lettuce? Identify at least two challenges they face.

• Pest infestations and water scarcity

• Excessive sunlight and nutrient-rich soil

• High yield and fast growth

• Lack of market demand and low prices

Why does Virgil whisper to the girl in the locket, “Save our lettuce”? What does this tell you about how he is feeling? How does he compare the girl in the picture to a Greek goddess?

What does the word "electrocuted" mean in the sentence: "Shook his leg like his toe was being electrocuted"?

• Burned by the sun

• Shocked by electricity

• Kicked really hard

• Felt cold suddenly

What is a "plantation"?

• A small vegetable garden

• A large farm where crops are grown

• A flower shop

• A school playground

What does Miss Fleck mean when she says, "What a coincidence"?

• She believes Virgil’s father

• She is surprised by how lucky they are

• She does not believe Virgil’s father

• She is happy for them

Why does Virgil’s father wake him up early?

• To go to school
• To help him in the garden

• To buy more seeds

• To go on a trip