The Tree Lady Quiz

What was unique about Kate Sessions' childhood interests compared to other girls of her time?

• She loved studying science and nature.

• She preferred playing indoors.

• She disliked school.

• She was interested in fashion.

What significant achievement did Kate accomplish at the University of California?

• She won a national science award.

• She graduated with a degree in science.

• She became the first female professor.

• She founded a new department.

Why did Kate Sessions leave her teaching job?

• She retired from work.

• She wanted to focus on planting trees.

• She was offered a better position elsewhere.

• She wanted to travel the world.

How did Kate Sessions acquire seeds for her nursery?

• She found them in her backyard.

• She wrote to gardeners worldwide.

• She collected them from nearby forests.

• She bought them from local stores.

What was the main goal of the Panama California Exposition in Balboa Park?

• To celebrate a national holiday.

• To introduce new technology.

• To promote San Diego as a lush city.

• To showcase local artists.

How did the community contribute to the transformation of Balboa Park?

• They built new structures.

• They organized tree planting parties.

• They donated money for the park.

• They held weekly meetings.

What title was Kate Sessions given for her contributions to Balboa Park?

• The Queen of San Diego

• The Mother of Balboa Park

• The Gardener of California

• The Lady of the Trees

What was Kate Sessions' role in the San Diego floral association?

• She was a guest speaker.

• She wrote their newsletter.

• She led monthly meetings.

• She organized annual events.

What was Kate Sessions' most cherished honor?

• Being called the Mother of Balboa Park

• Winning a national gardening award

• Being featured in a magazine

• Receiving the Meyer medal

What impact did Kate Sessions have on San Diego's landscape?

• She introduced new architectural styles.

• She transformed it into a lush, green city.

• She developed new transportation systems.

• She built several new parks.