Hi, is that Rachel Stewart?<br />It is.<br />Hi Rachel, it's Don Porter from the Vancouver Sun.<br />We're doing a news article on the Parks Project.<br />Do you have a moment?<br />Certainly. How can I help you?<br />Maybe you could start by telling us what this project is about.<br />Sure. We're trying to raise awareness about our cultural history through our park systems.<br />Does that mean you will be building more parks?<br />No, what we are intending to do is update our existing parks to teach people about the land and the people who first occupied it.<br />What has been the public reaction so far?<br />It's been very positive.<br />The people feel it will not only bring our communities together, but make our parks more attractive to visitors.<br />And how much will this cost the taxpayers?<br />Will there be any negative effects to the wildlife or surrounding environment?<br />Not at all.<br />First, the money we are using for this project has all been donated.<br />Second, we are not taking away from the environment, but simply adding something to it.<br />What kind of additions?<br />Mostly native carvings and sculptures made by the people whose ancestors first lived here.<br />But there will also be benches and gardens.<br />Okay, I think I have enough here.<br />Thank you for your time, Rachel.<br />Hi, is that Rachel Stewart?<br />It is.<br />Hi, Rachel. It's Don Porter from the Vancouver Sun.<br />We are doing a news article on the Parks Project.<br />Do you have a moment?<br />Certainly. How can I help you?<br />Maybe you could start by telling us what this project is about.<br />Sure. We're trying to raise awareness about our cultural history through our park systems.<br />Does that mean you will be building more parks?<br />No. What we are intending to do is update our existing parks to teach people about the land and the people who first occupied it.<br />What has been the public reaction so far?<br />It's been very positive.<br />The people feel it will not only bring our communities together, but make our parks more attractive to visitors.<br />And how much will this cost the taxpayers?<br />Will there be any negative effects to the wildlife or surrounding environment?<br />Not at all.<br />First, the money we are using for this project has all been donated.<br />Second, we are not taking away from the environment, but simply adding something to it.<br />What kind of additions?<br />Mostly native carvings and sculptures made by the people whose ancestors first lived here.<br />But there will also be benches and gardens.<br />Okay. I think I have enough here.<br />Thank you for your time, Rachel.
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What is the man?
A . A news reporter.B . A modern novelist.C . A government official.
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What is the goal of the Parks Project?
A . To build more parks.B . To save wildlife and protect the environment.C . To educate people about their city's origins.
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What do people think about the Parks Project?
A . It will create more jobs.B . It will cost too much money.C . It will benefit tourism development.
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What will be mainly added to the parks?
A . Sculptures and carvings.B . Commercial buildings.C . Amusement rides.