Tea Garden Design Plan - (Reading > Apply a Diagram)

Read the following email message. Complete the email by filling in the blanks. Select the best choice for each blank.

Hi Keiko, I hope this email finds you well. I'm excited to share that I've finally decided to transform my backyard into a 1...... as we discussed last month. I've been researching design elements and found a comprehensive guide that I think will be helpful. The guide emphasizes the importance of the entrance path, which should be 2...... to encourage visitors to slow down and become more mindful as they enter the space. I'm particularly drawn to the water features section. I'm considering installing a stone water basin, which is apparently 3...... before participating in the tea ceremony. For the plant selection, I'm thinking of combining evergreens like pine and bamboo with some Japanese maples for seasonal color. The guide mentions that the maples 4......, which aligns beautifully with the philosophy we discussed. I'm still undecided about including a koi pond. While it would create a peaceful atmosphere, the guide indicates that it 5....... What do you think? Would it be worth the investment? I'd love to hear your thoughts and suggestions. Perhaps you could come over this weekend to help me plan the layout? Warmly, Michael

Choose the best option.

Michael and Keiko 6....... Michael is planning his garden based on 7....... In his email, Michael shows that he understands that a traditional Japanese tea garden 8.......