Character Actions and Reactions in Literature

The transcript describes a day in the life of a community dealing with grief and healing. It begins with June playing music and the narrator observing August. Zach returns, and the group gathers for May's funeral, reflecting on their loss. August explains the ritual of draping hives, sharing stories about bees and their symbolism. The narrative concludes with a discussion on community and identity, highlighting the bonds formed among the group.

What was June doing while Rosaline was in the kitchen?

• Writing a letter

• Reading a book

• Cooking

• Playing songs

Where was the narrator sitting while waiting for August?

• In the kitchen

• On the back porch steps

• Under a tree

• In the living room

What was August doing at the Wailing Wall?

• Writing a letter

• Praying

• Working her pain into the spaces around the stones

• Talking to someone

Who arrived that caused excitement among the group?

• Clayton

• Zach

• Mr. Forrest

• Otis

Why were the charges against Zach dropped?

• The girl at the theater identified the real culprit

• He confessed

• The police made a mistake

• He had an alibi

What did August suggest Zach help with?

• Draping the hives

• Cooking

• Writing a letter

• Cleaning the house

What was the purpose of draping the hives?

• To keep the bees from leaving

• To decorate the garden

• To protect the bees from the sun

• To mark the hives for honey collection

Who was Erysius?

• A storyteller

• The first beekeeper

• A famous musician

• A local farmer

What did the gods tell Erysius to do to atone for his mistake?

• Plant a tree

• Sacrifice a bull

• Write a poem

• Build a temple

What did the daughters of Mary bring when they arrived?

• Books

• Food

• Candles

• Flowers