Seedfolks Leona

Which family member inspires Leona in regard to her choice of what to plant?

• her husband

• her children

• her father

• her granny

What frustrates Leona about the neighborhood (and also the new garden)? *Hint: This frustration leads her to make several phone calls.

• the cold temperatures, which are not good for growing anything

• the small number of stores that sell gardening supplies

• the large quantity of trash everywhere

• the constant loud noises, especially fighting

Seedfolks is narrated in:

• first person point of view with multiple narrators

• first person point of view with a single narrator

• third person omniscient point of view

• third person limited point of view

What can be inferred about Leona's personality based on her interactions with the city officials?

• She is timid and hesitant.

• She is aggressive and confrontational.

• She is determined and resourceful.

• She is indifferent and passive.

What textual evidence best supports the theme of perseverance (not giving up when things are difficult) in Leona's story?

• Her initial reaction to the trash in the lot.

• Her conversation with the city officials.

• Her decision to bring a bag of trash to the Health Department.

• Her thoughts on the potential of the garden.

How does Leona's story contribute to the overall theme of the book?

• It shows the importance of individual effort in community improvement.

• It highlights the challenges of urban living.

• It emphasizes the role of government in community projects.

• It showcases the diversity of the community.

Which plant does Leona decide to grow in the community garden?

• A) Sunflowers

• B) Marigolds

• C) Goldenrod

• D) Roses

What motivates Leona to take action against the trash in the lot?

• A) Her love for gardening

• B) Her childhood memories

• C) Her grandmother's spirit

• D) Her desire for fame

How does Leona manage to get the attention of the city officials?

• A) By organizing a protest

• B) By writing a letter

• C) By bringing a bag of trash to their office

• D) By calling the local news

What literary device is used when Leona talks about her grandmother's spirit guiding her?

• A) Metaphor

• B) Simile

• C) Personification

• D) Hyperbole