Stung by Heidi Erdrich

The speaker says the bee's gold is (a)  

• A trick of the evening light
• True
• A reflection
• An illusion

Answer explanation

The speaker refers to the bee's gold as 'True', indicating that it represents something genuine or real, contrasting with the other options that suggest deception or illusion.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

How does the speaker describe the bee's wings?

• Silver

• Transparent

• Gilt

• Fragile

Answer explanation

The speaker describes the bee's wings as 'gilt', indicating they have a golden or shiny appearance. This choice emphasizes the beauty and allure of the wings, distinguishing it from the other options like 'fragile' or 'transparent'.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

The speaker's pain (a)   .

• It increases
• It disappears
• It subsides
• It remains

Answer explanation

The speaker's pain subsides, indicating a reduction in intensity or discomfort. This choice reflects a positive change in the speaker's condition, contrasting with the other options that suggest persistence or worsening of pain.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does the bee do in the cold?

• Flies away

• Hardly has her wits to buzz

• Stings again

• Sleeps

Answer explanation

In cold weather, bees become lethargic and struggle to fly, which is reflected in the choice 'Hardly has her wits to buzz.' This indicates their reduced activity rather than flying away, stinging, or sleeping.

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

What does the speaker do with the bloom?

• Waters it

• Cupping it

• Ignores it

• Picks it

Answer explanation

The speaker cups the bloom, which suggests a gentle and careful handling, indicating an appreciation for its beauty. This action is more intimate than simply watering or ignoring it, and it shows a connection to the flower.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.10

What does the speaker do to the petals?

• Crushes them for the scent

• Plucks them

• Waters them

• Paints them

Answer explanation

The speaker crushes the petals to release their scent, which is a common practice to enhance fragrance. This choice is correct as it directly relates to the action of extracting scent from the petals.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

How does the speaker describe the bee's awareness?

• Fully aware

• Partially aware

• Wholly unaware

• Slightly aware

Answer explanation

The speaker describes the bee as 'wholly unaware,' indicating that it lacks any awareness of its surroundings or situation, which aligns with the correct answer choice.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.5

The speaker (a)   daily.

• Water the roses
• Flung the bee
• Crush the petals
• Watch the sunset

Answer explanation

The speaker crushes the petals daily, which is the correct answer. The other options do not indicate a daily activity performed by the speaker.

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.5

CCSS.RL.8.4

Match the following actions with how the speaker perceives them.

• Expressing deep affection

• A chore

• Routine task

• An act of love

• Regrettable decision

• A mistake

• Repeated behavior

• A habit

Answer explanation

The speaker views their action as 'an act of love', indicating a positive and affectionate motivation behind it, rather than seeing it as a mistake, habit, or chore.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

What is the bee's life span described as?

• A few days

• A few weeks

• A few months

• A few years

Answer explanation

The lifespan of a bee is typically a few weeks, depending on the species and role within the colony. Worker bees, for instance, usually live for about 6 weeks, making 'a few weeks' the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5