Bee Behavior and Honey Harvesting

Kasana leads a group to a newly discovered bee hive high in a tree. The group prepares by starting a fire to subdue the bees with smoke. They chop down the tree, facing a swarm of angry African bees. Despite the stings, they manage to collect honey, which is a delightful reward after a diet of milk and blood. The group returns to the village, sharing the honey with the community.

What is the main challenge in accessing the bee hive?

• The hive is inside a cave.

• The hive is surrounded by water.

• The hive is high up in a tree.

• The hive is located underground.

Why is smoke used when approaching the bee hive?

• To signal for help.

• To calm the bees.

• To make the bees produce more honey.

• To attract the bees.

What happens when a bee stings?

• It dies immediately.

• It becomes friendly.

• It releases an alarm pheromone.

• It releases a sweet scent.

How do the bees react to the alarm pheromone?

• They fly away.

• They become calm.

• They ignore it.

• They go into a defensive frenzy.

What is the narrator's reaction to tasting the honey?

• Unwilling to taste it.

• Amazed by the taste.

• Indifferent to the taste.

• Disappointed by the taste.

What diet had the narrator been on before tasting the honey?

• Fish and rice.

• Milk and blood.

• Meat and bread.

• Fruits and vegetables.

What is the mood in the village upon returning with the honey?

• Confusion.

• Anger.

• Joy.

• Sadness.

What do the villagers do with their share of the honey?

• They enjoy it all to themselves.

• They sell it.

• They give it away.

• They store it for later.