Reading and Comprehension- Organic Food´s First Lady

What role did Alice Waters play in the development of eco-eateries worldwide?

• She established the first eco-eatery in Berkeley, California.

• She pioneered the organic movement in the 70s.

• She introduced the concept of foraging for food.

• She created the benchmark for sustainable restaurants.

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Which of the following statements about Alice Waters' work is true?

• She started championing organic food 10 years ago.

• She was the first person to introduce farmers' markets.

• She focused on educating adults about what they eat.

• She opened Chez Panisse in the 1970s.

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What did the author learn from working at Chez Panisse?

• The importance of organic farming techniques.

• The art of French cuisine.

• The significance of respecting seasonal produce.

• The value of working in the restaurant industry.

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How did Alice Waters initially source ingredients for Chez Panisse?

• From standard suppliers

• From specialty producers

• From her own garden

• From local farmers' markets

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What was Alice Waters' greatest influence in terms of her cooking style? a) b)

• Her health-conscious mother

• Her experiences in California

• Her training as a chef

• Her time spent in France

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In addition to managing Chez Panisse, what other initiative did Alice Waters establish?

• The Organic Gardening Project

• The Farm-to-Table Initiative

• The Edible School Yard Project

• The Community Stewardship Program

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What is the goal of the Edible School Yard Project? a) . b) .

• To introduce organic gardening into school curricula

• To transform traditional education through organic farming

• To promote sustainable cooking practices among students.

• To establish school gardens in every state.

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According to Alice Waters, what approach do we need to take towards food in order to address food security and climate change? a) b)

• Eating more sustainably

• Investing in organic farming techniques

• Promoting biodiversity and local ecosystems

• Prioritizing regenerative practices

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