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What is the primary purpose of the Project Gutenberg eBook mentioned?

  • To give access to classic literature at no cost (correct)
  • To sell ebooks for profit
  • To limit the distribution of literary works
  • To provide free books with unlimited restrictions

Which date marks the release of the eBook 'How the Garden Grew'?

  • February 8, 2017
  • February 8, 2018 (correct)
  • February 8, 2019
  • February 8, 2016

What was the initial feeling towards the garden?

  • Hopeful and optimistic
  • Excited and energized
  • Indifferent and careless
  • Depressed and hopeless (correct)

Who illustrated 'How the Garden Grew'?

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What did the narrator believe was necessary for the plants in the garden?

<p>Care and attention (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What need to be checked before using the eBook outside the United States?

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What question did the narrator ask Griggs about the bulbs?

<p>If they came up after being planted (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Griggs respond to the question about the bulbs?

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What encoding is used for the character set in the eBook?

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Which type of bulbs did the narrator specifically mention?

<p>Dutch bulbs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Griggs engaged in while the narrator spoke to him?

<p>Digging in the kitchen garden (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the narrator's attitude toward the bulbs before discussing them with Griggs?

<p>They were frustrated with their performance (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Griggs imply about the soil conditions?

<p>The soil might not suit the bulbs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily depicted in the gardens described?

<p>An idyllic garden full of various features (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which element suggests the passage of time and nostalgia for the speaker?

<p>The mention of doing gardening for several years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the speaker's attitude towards their gardening endeavor?

<p>Frustrated yet determined (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'urbrageous' suggest in the context of the garden?

<p>Characterized by dense foliage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which feature is NOT mentioned among the various types of gardens?

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How does the speaker feel about the appearance of their own garden?

<p>Embarrassed and dissatisfied (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the speaker’s mention of seedlings thriving?

<p>The potential for future beauty in their garden (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which flower is specifically mentioned as part of the speaker’s garden?

<p>Snowdrops (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the speaker compare to cultivating a garden?

<p>Developing the spirit (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What method does Old Griggs use for weeding his garden?

<p>Chopping off heads and digging the soil (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What plants does the speaker wish to grow in their garden?

<p>Violets and hellebores (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the speaker feel about their garden's appearance in winter?

<p>It appears barren and lacking (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What attitude does the master gardener have towards the speaker's gardening initiatives?

<p>He encourages independence in learning (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bird is described as the master of ceremonies in the garden?

<p>The robin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What signal does the master robin use to gather other birds?

<p>Whistling (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How much does the speaker find out they need to spend on a plant root?

<p>One shilling and sixpence (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Griggs imply was necessary for the rose plants in spring?

<p>They must be cut back to promote growth. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'suckers' refer to in the context of the passage?

<p>Unwanted shoots that grow from the roots. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the narrator feel about Griggs's information?

<p>Annoyed and skeptical. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main purpose of the narrator's bicycle trip to the Master's garden?

<p>To seek advice on gardening. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the narrator plant the violets in?

<p>A shady area with rich soil. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What emotion did the narrator express after receiving runners of the 'Czar' violets?

<p>Joyful excitement at the new gardening opportunity. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which conclusion about the pink rose does the narrator state?

<p>It has transformed from beautiful to wild. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Griggs’s attitude toward the narrator exemplify in their interaction?

<p>He shows disdain and enjoys teasing her. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main responsibility mentioned in the excerpt regarding the garden?

<p>The narrator is unsure about taking care of the garden. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is described as not adequately taking care of the garden?

<p>The gardener (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the setting of the content?

<p>London (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the phrase 'Now is the winter of my discontent'?

<p>The narrator feels unhappiness during the winter. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are included in the items mentioned under the reverend's care?

<p>The garden and the parish (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrator imply about the gardener's role?

<p>The gardener is lazy and uninterested. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context, what can be inferred about the relationship between the narrator and the reverend?

<p>The narrator is under the reverend's authority. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested by the mention of 'men-servants and maid-servants'?

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Flashcards

Project Gutenberg

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EBook

The process of converting traditional printed books into digital format.

Metadata

A document containing information about the digital book, including author, title, release date, and language.

ISO-8859-1

The text encoding standard used in Project Gutenberg books, ensuring compatibility with various devices and software.

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Project Gutenberg License

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Season I

The first installment of a story, marking the start of events.

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The narrator's charge

The narrator takes charge of the garden due to the lack of anyone else doing it.

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Gardener

Someone who takes care of plants and gardens.

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His Reverence

A title or rank indicating respect and authority.

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Parish

A group of people who live in a particular area and belong to a church.

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Rectory

The place where a priest lives.

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Maid-servants

A person employed for domestic work, like cleaning or cooking.

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Narrator's feeling

The narrator describes feeling overwhelmed by the amount of responsibility.

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Planting Bulbs

The act of planting bulbs in the ground, with the expectation that they will grow and produce flowers.

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Bulbs Multiply

The natural tendency of bulbs to multiply and spread over time, resulting in more bulbs and potentially more flowers.

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Digging Soil

The action of digging the soil to prepare it for planting or to improve its aeration and drainage.

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Scanning the Garden

The act of observing and inspecting the garden to assess its condition and identify potential problems or areas for improvement.

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Sad Garden

The condition of a garden that is lacking in health or vitality, often characterized by wilted plants, weeds, or poor growth.

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New Gardening Methods

The use of different methods and techniques to enhance the beauty and health of a garden.

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Studying Gardening

The act of acquiring knowledge and understanding about gardening practices and principles.

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Garden of Eden

A garden that is designed to look natural and beautiful, featuring a range of features such as lawns, trees, flowerbeds, and water features.

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Formal Garden

A type of garden that features a variety of plants and flowers that are arranged in a formal and symmetrical pattern.

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Fernery

A type of garden that features a collection of ferns, often with a focus on creating a shady and tranquil environment.

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Nut Grove

A type of garden that features a collection of nut trees, such as walnuts, hazelnuts, and chestnuts.

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Copse

A type of garden that features a collection of trees and shrubs that have been planted to create a dense and secluded area.

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Rose Garden

A type of garden that features a collection of roses, often arranged in a formal or informal pattern.

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Cultivating a garden

Taking care of plants and gardens, especially in a systematic and organized manner.

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Weeding

The process of removing unwanted plants from a garden.

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Instructive

A person who knows a lot and can teach others

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Pilgrim

Someone who travels from place to place.

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Fear and trembling

A feeling of uncertainty, fear, and doubt about the outcome of something.

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Making experiments

The act of testing and experimenting to find out how something works.

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Ignorance of the absolutely ignorant

The state of being completely ignorant, lacking all knowledge about a subject.

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Ice and snow and thaw

A temporary period of cold weather with freezing temperatures.

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What are tree suckers?

Suckers grow from the roots, aim to take over healthy growth, and ultimately weaken the tree.

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What happened to the pink rose?

A wild rose that was once a beautiful and cultivated pink rose, transformed by suckers overtaking its growth.

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How did the narrator learn about suckers?

The narrator learned about suckers from the gardener Griggs, but felt uncertain about his methods.

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What did the narrator do to validate the information?

The narrator, feeling unsure about Griggs's advice, decided to seek confirmation from a more trusted source: the Master.

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What did the narrator discover in the Master's garden?

The narrator found reassurance and confirmation of Griggs's methods through the Master's garden.

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What lesson did the narrator learn about planting violets?

Although the narrator felt happy about receiving new violet runners, they learned a lesson about planting them in the wrong location.

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Where did the narrator plant the violets?

The narrator assumed violets needed shade, placing them under an overhanging chestnut tree. However, the location turned out to be unsuitable.

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What did the narrator conclude after the violet planting experience?

Despite the setback, the narrator expresses the importance of learning through mistakes, emphasizing that life is about acquiring knowledge.

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Study Notes

How the Garden Grew - Study Notes

  • Book Title: How the Garden Grew
  • Author: Maud Maryon
  • Illustrator: Gordon Browne
  • Publication Date: 1900
  • Publisher: Longmans, Green, and Co.
  • Location of Publication: London, New York, and Bombay
  • The book details the author's experience taking over and re-establishing a flower garden that was previously neglected.
  • The author's new position involves responsibility for the garden and managing the prior gardener, Griggs.
  • The prior gardener, Griggs, was not well-regarded by the author's supervisor, but he was the only available worker for the task.
  • The author's new supervisor, "His Reverence," is the local clergyman who has responsibility for the flower garden.
  • The initial flower garden was in a state of disrepair with few flowering plants.
  • The author and supervisor discussed the need and value of restoring the flower garden to its former glory.
  • The author's supervisor agreed to provide funds (£5) to help with the restoration and upkeep.
  • The author and another assistant (known as "Jim") worked to restore the garden.
  • The author and supervisor discussed the various plants and approaches to take care of the garden.
  • The main characters of the book include the author, her supervisor, the gardener, and a young male assistant.
  • The book is presented in four seasons: Winter, Spring, Summer, and Autumn.

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