WorksheetsNora and Maricela
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
Nora is from:
Nigeria
Atlanta, Georgia
England
Nora is the _______ of Mr. Miles
Wife
Sister
Nurse
Why doesn't Nora know much about Mr. Myles?
He doesn't like her so he doesn't talk to her.
He doesn't speak English
He can't talk anymore
Nora takes Mr. Myles on walks because she says:
he needs to learn to walk again
it's good for him
we mustn't stop living before our time
What do Nora and Mr. Myles plant in the garden?
Fruit trees
flowers
corn
After becoming involved in the garden again, Mr. Myles:
Dies soon
Becomes interested in life again
Starts talking to Nora
Maricela is
Cuban
Mexican
Puerto Rican
What problem does Maricela face?
She is 16 and pregnant
She is pregnant but her husband left her
Her parents kicked her out of the house
How does Maricela get involved in the garden?
Her mother is making her grow food to help the family.
It is part of her school science project.
She is part of a program for pregnant teens
Which other mentioned character does Maricela talk to in the garden?
Virgil
Curtis
Leona
What things does Maricela grow in the garden?
Cucumbers and squash
Tomatoes, onions and carrots
Squash, Swiss chard, and radishes
What does Maricela learn while working in the garden?
That plants need food and water to live.
That she is part of the natural cycle and should't be ashamed.
That she is part of a community and people help each other.
