Reading Comprehension Quiz: Honeybees

Fill in the blank: A typical honeybee colony consists of the queen, the workers, and the _______.

Explain how honeybees communicate the location of food sources to each other.

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What are some factors contributing to the decline of honeybee populations?

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Match the type of bee with its role in the colony.​

• Mates with the queen

• Queen bee

• Collects nectar and pollen

• Drone

• Reproduces and lays eggs

• Worker bee

What is the significance of the "waggle dance" in a honeybee colony?

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Why is it important to protect honeybees?

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What is the primary job of drone bees in the colony?

• Collecting nectar

• Mating with the queen

• Protecting the hive

• Feeding the larvae

Which type of bee is responsible for laying eggs in the colony?

• Worker bee

• Drone

• Queen bee

• Larvae

What is the main role of honeybees in the ecosystem?

• Producing honey

• Pollinating plants

• Building hives

• Protecting the queen

How can people help support honeybee populations?

• By using more pesticides

• By planting bee-friendly flowers

• By removing all flowers

• By keeping bees indoors