The Secret Life of Bees Review

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What is personification?

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A literary device where human qualities are attributed to animals, inanimate objects, or abstract concepts.

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Who is Lily Owens in 'The Secret Life of Bees'?

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The main character who is searching for the truth about her mother and her own identity.

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What does the character May do when overwhelmed with emotion?

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She sings 'Oh, Susanna'.

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What incident changes April Boatwright's life forever?

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A white general store owner kicks a young April out of his store.

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What does Lily believe about a good lie?

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She believes the secret to a good lie is to throw in one good detail.

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What is the significance of the honey house in the story?

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It serves as a place of refuge and connection to Lily's mother.

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What role does Rosaleen play in Lily's life?

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She is Lily's caregiver and a mother figure.

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What does the character August represent in the story?

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She represents wisdom, strength, and maternal love.

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What is the theme of racial injustice in 'The Secret Life of Bees'?

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It highlights the struggles and discrimination faced by African Americans during the Civil Rights Movement.

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How does the setting influence the story?

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The Southern setting during the 1960s reflects the social issues and cultural dynamics of the time.