Excerpt from the World of Hummingbirds

"Hummingbirds"
distinct adj. 1. Not identical; separate. 2. Easily recognized; clear. 3. Obviously defined; unquestionable. [Lat. distinctus. p.part. of distinguish]
In paragraph 1, distinct comes from a word that means - 

• separate
• clear
• unquestionable
• distinguish

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"Hummingbirds"
The reader may best infer from the article that hummingbirds - 

• compete with bees for nectar
• live primarily in warm climates
• become confused when flying backwards
• rely on bird feeders in order to survive

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"Among the Leaves"

In the poem, the hummingbird's nest is a symbol of - 

• lost opportunities
• former relationships
• distant childhood
• past adventures

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"Among the Leaves"

Which line belongs in the 1st blank?

• Girl takes a photograph.
• Girl sees a nest.
• Bird finds food.
• Bird builds a nest.

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"Among the Leaves"

Which line belongs in the 2nd blank?

• Girl takes a photograph.
• Girl climbs a tree.
• Bird finds food.
• Bird builds a nest.

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"Among the Leaves"

Which line belongs in the 3rd blank?

• Girl takes a photograph.
• Girl climbs a tree.
• Bird finds food.
• Bird builds a nest.

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"Hummingbirds" and "Among the Leaves"

Which line belongs in the 1st box?

• Build nests with moss
• Easily frightened
• Small in size
• Help pollinate gardens

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"Hummingbirds" and "Among the Leaves"

Which line belongs in the 2nd box?

• Build nests with moss
• Easily frightened
• Small in size
• Eat very little

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"Hummingbirds" and "Among the Leaves"

Which line belongs in the 3rd box?

• Build nests with moss
• Easily frightened
• Small in size
• Eat very little

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"Hummingbirds" and "Among the Leaves"

Both the poem and the article address the theme of - 

• enjoying nature
• studying the weather
• developing a hobby
• holding on to memories

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