Seedfolks Questions on Leona
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What does each character in Seedfolks plant in the garden?
In the book Seedfolks, each character plants something different in the garden that often reflects their backstory. Kim plants lima beans, while Leona plants golden rod, Sam plants pumpkins, Virgil...
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In Seedfolks, how does Leona contribute to the garden's improvement?
Leona significantly improves the garden by tackling the overwhelming garbage problem in the vacant lot. Recognizing that traditional clean-up efforts would be insufficient, she persistently contacts...
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What are some journal prompts for the book Seedfolks?
Journal prompts for Seedfolks include exploring cultural influences on characters' motives, choosing a character to trade places with, and discussing cultural bias. Other prompts ask students to...
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What steps does Leona take to clean up the vacant lot in Seedfolks?
Leona spends two frustrating days phoning various departments to ask them to help her clean up the lot. On the third day, she goes to the Public Health Department with a bag of garbage. It smells so...
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In "Seedfolks," what does Leona mean by "you can't measure the difference between my block and city hall in miles?"
Leona's statement that "you can't measure the difference between my block and city hall in miles" is metaphorical, highlighting the socio-economic and racial divide between her low-income, minority...
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How does Leona use the garbage in Seedfolks to her advantage?
Leona uses the garbage to her advantage by taking it to the Public Health Department to force action. Frustrated by bureaucratic delays in cleaning up a lot, she brings a bag of foul-smelling trash...
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What motivates Leona to plant in Seedfolks?
Leona is motivated to plant in the community garden as a tribute to her deceased grandmother, who was known for her resilience and habit of outliving her doctors. Inspired by her grandmother's...