Community Garden Newsletter
FOREST ELMS APARTMENT HOMES
SPRING NEWSLETTER
1. It's official! The FEAH's governing board has approved the residents' committee request for a community garden in the unused lot adjacent to the children's playground. We need everyone's help to bring our garden to life! Volunteers are needed, STARTING THIS WEEKEND, to clear away garbage and debris from the lot and plant individual plots of fruits and vegetables. Every family can sign up to be responsible for one plot, and the family can choose the vegetables, fruits, and flowers it wants to grow there.
2. As we work together throughout the seasons, we will share in the benefits of a community garden. Some of the benefits go beyond just growing a garden.
3. • A community garden allows all of us living here to work together to cultivate and harvest our own foods, bringing beauty and friendship to our whole community.
4. • Our community garden has the potential of improving everyone's health. All of our families that contribute to the upkeep of the garden can reap the benefits of the food that will be grown and harvested there. Freshly grown food looks better, tastes better, and is healthier for us than produce that has been sitting for who-knows-how-long on the grocery store shelves!
5. • And think of the health benefits we'll derive from the exercise we'll get working in the
garden!
6. • Our garden will promote feelings of happiness and belonging that result when people
get together as a group to work for a common cause.
7 • Our garden will also benefit us financially because the fresh fruits and vegetables will
be available to us at a fraction of the price that grocery stores charge!
Letter to the Editor: Local Foods
Dear Editor,
9. I was appalled to discover that the local farmers' market was not at its usual location off Highway 244 near Broomer Lake when 1 arrived there Saturday. I have been depending on this market for almost al. of my fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as for the honey my children love, for years. I was shocked to see a sign posted near the turnoff road to the market that said only "Market Closed Until Further Notice." What is going on?
10. Consumers should have many choices when it comes to food and nutrition. Cultivating and purchasing local foods is undoubtedly the best choice to make when it is available in our communities. These locally grown foods are simply better than their store-bought counterparts. We know exactly where the food was grown, and it is reassuring to have it sold to us directly by the farmer who grew it.
11. I've read reports from the Grow Local Association that explain why produce grown in the communities where it is sold has greater nutritional value. These fruits and vegetables are certainly fresher, and everyone knows that the sooner fruits and vegetables are consumed, the better they are nutritionally. Vitamins like A, B, C, and E begin losing potency as soon as the produce is picked. When we buy our produce from the grocery store, we have no idea how long it has been sitting in a warehouse or railcar. Surely, these vitamins have faded away considerably before the produce finds its way to a grocery store. On the other hand, locally grown produce is usually purchased within 24 hours of being harvested
12. Fresh produce also generally tastes better and has a longer shelf life than produce that has been transported over longer distances. Farmers who sell locally allow their fruits and vegetables a longer time to ripen because they do not have to factor in production and transport time, and we all know that riper produce is tastier
13. Don't we want our farmers to prosper and keep our money here in our community rather than giving it to those huge corporate farming conglomerates in other states that sell their produce nationwide? Even if the huge farming enterprises have the technology to grow and sell some seasonal produce year-round, I'd prefer to buy and eat my fresh produce when it is in season if it means helping our local farmers prosper.
14. Locally grown fruits and vegetables are simply more appealing. I believe that these foods are healthier more affordable and more flavorful let's all sneak up to our local authorities so we can get our farmers’ market reopened!
What is the relationship between paragraphs 9 and 10?
- A. Paragraph 10 presents a solution to the problem raised in paragraph 9.
- B. Paragraph 10 explains the effect of the ideas in paragraph 9.
- C. Paragraph 10 adds supporting information to the ideas in paragraph 9.
- D. Paragraph 10 contradicts some information in paragraph 9.
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: C
Paragraph 10 provides additional details that reinforce the ideas presented in paragraph 9, enhancing the reader's understanding. This supporting information helps clarify and expand upon the concepts introduced earlier. Option A is incorrect as there is no explicit solution offered in paragraph 10. Option B misinterprets the relationship, as paragraph 10 does not focus on the effects but rather on supporting the ideas. Option D is also inaccurate; paragraph 10 does not contradict the information in paragraph 9, but rather complements it, maintaining coherence in the text.
Paragraph 10 provides additional details that reinforce the ideas presented in paragraph 9, enhancing the reader's understanding. This supporting information helps clarify and expand upon the concepts introduced earlier. Option A is incorrect as there is no explicit solution offered in paragraph 10. Option B misinterprets the relationship, as paragraph 10 does not focus on the effects but rather on supporting the ideas. Option D is also inaccurate; paragraph 10 does not contradict the information in paragraph 9, but rather complements it, maintaining coherence in the text.
Other Related Questions
How does the purpose of the email differ from the purpose of the press release?
- A. The email is written to prove to the zoning commission that wildlife would be adversely affected by the superstore, and the press release is written to remind residents that the company provides a valuable service.
- B. The email is written to request that the zoning commission address problems within the community that would be caused by the superstore, and the press release is written to bring those problems to the attention of the public.
- C. The email is written to convince the zoning commission that it should reject the proposal of a new superstore, and the press release is written to explain to residents that the company supports their needs.
- D. The email is written to ask the zoning commission to change the building specifications of the future superstore, and the press release is written to describe adjustments the corporation has made to the original plans.
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: C
Option C accurately distinguishes the purposes of the email and the press release. The email seeks to persuade the zoning commission to reject the superstore proposal, emphasizing community concerns. In contrast, the press release aims to communicate the company's commitment to meeting residents' needs, presenting a positive image. Option A misrepresents the email's intent by suggesting it focuses on proving wildlife harm, while the press release incorrectly emphasizes the company's service rather than addressing community issues. Option B conflates the email's goal of persuasion with a mere request for attention, failing to capture its advocacy nature. Option D incorrectly states the email's purpose as requesting changes to building specifications, which diverges from its focus on rejection, while the press release inaccurately describes it as merely detailing adjustments rather than addressing community concerns.
Option C accurately distinguishes the purposes of the email and the press release. The email seeks to persuade the zoning commission to reject the superstore proposal, emphasizing community concerns. In contrast, the press release aims to communicate the company's commitment to meeting residents' needs, presenting a positive image. Option A misrepresents the email's intent by suggesting it focuses on proving wildlife harm, while the press release incorrectly emphasizes the company's service rather than addressing community issues. Option B conflates the email's goal of persuasion with a mere request for attention, failing to capture its advocacy nature. Option D incorrectly states the email's purpose as requesting changes to building specifications, which diverges from its focus on rejection, while the press release inaccurately describes it as merely detailing adjustments rather than addressing community concerns.
Which aspect of the evening does the narrator claim she finds most captivating?
- A. the style of the ladies' skirts
- B. her godfather's nodding head
- C. her father's antique violin
- D. the elegance of the headdresses
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: A
The narrator is particularly drawn to the style of the ladies' skirts, highlighting how their fashion captures her attention and evokes a sense of admiration. This focus on skirts reflects a deeper appreciation for beauty and artistry in the evening's atmosphere. Option B, her godfather's nodding head, is a more passive observation and lacks the emotional engagement present in her fascination with the skirts. Option C, her father's antique violin, while significant, does not hold the same captivating allure as the skirts. Lastly, option D, the elegance of the headdresses, is appealing but secondary to the skirts, which are emphasized as the primary source of her captivation.
The narrator is particularly drawn to the style of the ladies' skirts, highlighting how their fashion captures her attention and evokes a sense of admiration. This focus on skirts reflects a deeper appreciation for beauty and artistry in the evening's atmosphere. Option B, her godfather's nodding head, is a more passive observation and lacks the emotional engagement present in her fascination with the skirts. Option C, her father's antique violin, while significant, does not hold the same captivating allure as the skirts. Lastly, option D, the elegance of the headdresses, is appealing but secondary to the skirts, which are emphasized as the primary source of her captivation.
What information does the author provide about wave-capturing devices in both the chart and the article?
- A. how they are made and which countries utilize them
- B. where they are located and how they work
- C. who makes them and for what purpose
- D. how much electricity they generate and where they are positioned
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: B
The author emphasizes the functionality and geographical placement of wave-capturing devices, detailing how they operate and where they are situated. This focus helps readers understand the practical application and effectiveness of these devices in harnessing wave energy. Option A incorrectly suggests a focus on manufacturing processes and specific countries, which is not the primary emphasis. Option C misrepresents the content by implying a focus on the creators and their intentions rather than the devices' mechanics and locations. Option D, while mentioning electricity generation, overlooks the essential aspect of how these devices function and their specific locations, making it less comprehensive.
The author emphasizes the functionality and geographical placement of wave-capturing devices, detailing how they operate and where they are situated. This focus helps readers understand the practical application and effectiveness of these devices in harnessing wave energy. Option A incorrectly suggests a focus on manufacturing processes and specific countries, which is not the primary emphasis. Option C misrepresents the content by implying a focus on the creators and their intentions rather than the devices' mechanics and locations. Option D, while mentioning electricity generation, overlooks the essential aspect of how these devices function and their specific locations, making it less comprehensive.
What influenced the Gregory brothers' decision to include an exotic animal farm at their facility?
- A. the location of their property in a rural area
- B. a high expectation for a successful business
- C. the search for an appropriate boundary fence
- D. a desire to please the environmentalists
Correct Answer & Rationale
Correct Answer: C
The inclusion of an exotic animal farm is closely linked to the need for a suitable boundary fence to ensure the safety and containment of the animals. Without proper fencing, managing exotic animals poses significant risks. Option A, while highlighting the rural setting, does not directly relate to the specific needs of exotic animal care. Option B focuses on business expectations, which may influence decisions but does not address the practical requirements of animal management. Option D suggests appeasing environmentalists, yet this motivation is less relevant than the immediate necessity of securing the animals' habitat through effective fencing.
The inclusion of an exotic animal farm is closely linked to the need for a suitable boundary fence to ensure the safety and containment of the animals. Without proper fencing, managing exotic animals poses significant risks. Option A, while highlighting the rural setting, does not directly relate to the specific needs of exotic animal care. Option B focuses on business expectations, which may influence decisions but does not address the practical requirements of animal management. Option D suggests appeasing environmentalists, yet this motivation is less relevant than the immediate necessity of securing the animals' habitat through effective fencing.