Part 1: Read the text below and answer the questions.
Text: "The New School Project"
Last year, a group of students at Lincoln High School decided to start a project to improve their school environment. They noticed that the school yard was dull and not very welcoming. There were only a few benches and no flowers or trees.
The group created a plan to plant a small garden, repaint the walls, and organize a clean-up day. They worked with teachers and got permission from the school principal. Over several weekends, students, parents, and even some local businesses helped.
Now, the school yard looks completely different. It has colorful flowers, clean paths, and a mural painted by the art club. The project brought the school community closer together, and students say they feel more proud of their school.
1)Why did the students start the project?
a) To improve their grades
b) To make the school yard nicer
c) To win a prize
d) To learn gardening