The Secret Life of Bees Vocabulary

What is the meaning of the word 'melancholy' as used in 'The Secret Life of Bees'?

• A feeling of deep sadness

• A state of happiness

• A type of flower

• A kind of bee

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

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In 'The Secret Life of Bees', which word best describes the character August Boatwright?

• Melancholic

• Joyful

• Wise

• Impulsive

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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What does the word 'epiphany' mean in the context of 'The Secret Life of Bees'?

• A sudden realization

• A type of insect

• A religious ceremony

• A musical instrument

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CCSS.RL.5.7

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Which of the following words is a synonym for 'resilient' as used in 'The Secret Life of Bees'?

• Fragile

• Strong

• Weak

• Brittle

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In 'The Secret Life of Bees', what does the word 'sanctuary' refer to?

• A place of safety

• A type of bee

• A religious figure

• A musical note

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

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What is the meaning of the word 'perseverance' in 'The Secret Life of Bees'?

• Giving up easily

• Continuing despite difficulties

• A type of flower

• A musical term

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word best describes Lily's journey in 'The Secret Life of Bees'?

• Static

• Dynamic

• Boring

• Predictable

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does the word 'catharsis' mean in the context of 'The Secret Life of Bees'?

• Emotional release

• A type of bee

• A religious ritual

• A musical composition

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In 'The Secret Life of Bees', which word is used to describe the relationship between Lily and Rosaleen?

• Hostile

• Loving

• Indifferent

• Distant

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the meaning of the word 'nostalgia' as used in 'The Secret Life of Bees'?

• A longing for the past

• A type of bee

• A new beginning

• A musical genre

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4