Two Parks Quiz

Which of these rules at Bridge Park is not shown in a picture at the bottom of the sign?

• No skateboards are allowed.

• No bicycles are allowed.

• No dogs are allowed.

• No loud music or noise is allowed.

The people who designed the Bridge Park sign probably think that use of the park needs to be controlled.

• Parks are a good way to raise money.

• Use of the park needs to be controlled.

• Parks should be closed.

• Nobody reads park signs.

What is the one thing both signs ask people to do?

• Put rubbish in the bin.

• Have adults accompany young children.

• Leave skateboards at home.

• Enjoy the peace and quiet.

The words stare at the sky, smell our flowers and hug the trees suggest that people can use many senses to experience the park.

• This is the order in which things should be done at the park.

• People can use many senses to experience the park.

• Group activities are encouraged at the park.

• There is not much to do in the park.

Help us keep it this way by putting all rubbish in the bin before you leave. The use of us and you in this quotation helps to show that responsibility for the park is shared.

• The park belongs to the reader.

• Responsibility for the park is shared.

• Everyone agrees with the writer.

• The park is visited by many people.

The Belleview Park sign helps park users by...

• Giving instructions.

• Showing fines.

• Making suggestions.

• Listing facilities.

Which of these best describes the difference between the two parks?

• Belleview Park: messy, Bridge Park: convenient

• Belleview Park: noisy, Bridge Park: unused

• Belleview Park: peaceful, Bridge Park: exciting

• Belleview Park: welcoming, Bridge Park: strict