The Importance of Bees Quiz

What is the main role of honey bees in food production?

• Feeding on sugary snacks

• Collecting nectar from flowers

• Building honeycomb structures

• Protecting the hive from predators

Which of the following foods depend on honey bees for pollination?

• Carrots

• Watermelon

• Lettuce

• Potatoes

What is the leading cause of Colony Collapse Disorder in honey bee colonies?

• Excessive heat

• Overpopulation of worker bees

• Lack of food supply

• Deadly parasite called varroa mite

What is the primary role of beekeepers in protecting honey bees?

• Identifying and treating colonies for parasites

• Transporting bees to different states

• Harvesting honey for commercial sale

• Selling bees to other beekeepers

What is the impact of pesticides on honey bees?

• Enhances the growth of bee colonies

• Kills unwanted bugs in the hive

• Provides additional food supply for bees

• Harmful to essential pollinators

Where do beekeepers transport their colonies to pollinate almond trees?

• South to Florida

• North to Washington

• East to New York

• West to California

What is the role of wild bees in pollinating crops?

• They are more efficient than honey bees

• They are not enough to pollinate all crops

• They are not involved in pollination

• They can pollinate all of the country's food

What do scientists aim to replace harmful pesticides with?

• Chemicals that repel bees

• No replacement needed

• Stronger pesticides

• More bee-friendly chemicals

What is the impact of the death of honey bees on the cost of fruits and vegetables?

• No fruits and vegetables available

• No impact on cost

• Decrease in cost

• Increase in cost

How can people help provide homes and food for bees?

• By building concrete structures for bees

• By removing all flowers from gardens

• By planting wildflowers in communities

• By using more pesticides in gardens