The Tale of the Hummingbird

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What does the sentence 'In the morning the indians saw a new bird darting about among the flowers, swift as an arrow and brilliant as a jewel' suggest about Alida’s tribe’s relationship with nature?

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They are very connected to nature, noticing even small changes in the environment.

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What does the word 'hover' mean in the context of the story?

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To remain in one place in the air, often seen in the phrase 'Over every blossom'.

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What does 'darting' mean in the context of movement?

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To move quickly and suddenly, as in 'Michelle was sprinting down the soccer field.'

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What are the themes of 'The Tale of the Hummingbird'?

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Love is a powerful force and Loss is a part of life.

Front

What evidence supports the theme of love in 'The Tale of the Hummingbird'?

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Taroo and Alida’s love persuades a god to help them, but they still are separated from each other.

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Where does most of the action in 'The Tale of the Hummingbird' take place?

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Near a small pool among pomarosa trees.

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What does the phrase 'swift as an arrow' imply about the hummingbird?

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It suggests that the hummingbird moves very quickly.

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How does Alida's relationship with her father affect her choices?

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Her father forbids her to visit the Pomarosa Pool because he wants her to marry a man he has chosen for her.

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What does the term 'Pomarosa Pool' refer to in the story?

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A significant location that symbolizes Alida's desires and restrictions.

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What is the significance of nature in 'The Tale of the Hummingbird'?

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Nature reflects the characters' emotions and their connection to the world around them.