Cynthia Martin's Bee Rescue Insights

Why did Cynthia Martin start rescuing bees?

• She grew up on a farm and saw their importance.

• She wanted to start a new hobby.

• She was afraid of bees and wanted to overcome her fear.

• She wanted to sell honey.

What is the primary role of the queen bee in the hive?

• To protect the hive from predators.

• To lay eggs and ensure future generations.

• To gather food for the hive.

• To communicate with other hives.

How does Cynthia calm the bees when relocating a hive?

• By using smoke to interfere with their communication.

• By playing soothing music.

• By spraying them with water.

• By feeding them sugar water.

What does Cynthia do with the bees after relocating them to the bee box?

• She takes them to her land with bee-friendly plants.

• She releases them into the wild.

• She sells them to local markets.

• She uses them for scientific research.

Where does Cynthia suggest people go to learn more about honey bees?

• Beekeeping Society

• Local library

• Animal Control

• Forestry Department

According to Cynthia, what is the key to being able to handle the bees with no safety equipment?

Choose 2 Answers

• She stays calm while handling them.

• She sings to them.

• She stays focused on the task ahead of her.

• She yells at them.