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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Mayflies and Fireflies.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why might these insects want to teach others to walk on water?
(a) They want others to be able to do what they can do.
(b) They like to make fun of others.
(c) They do not like other types of insects.
(d) They want others to fall in the water.

2. "Mayflies" describes the _________ life of the mayfly
(a) Lazy.
(b) Short.
(c) Long.
(d) Boring.

3. Why does the mayfly feel nostalgia?
(a) For its friends.
(b) It does not feel nostalgic.
(c) For its family.
(d) For its youth.

4. What is the definition of the literary device that is the answer to number 42?
(a) A reference to a famous person or event in life or literature.
(b) A symbolic representation.
(c) The repetition of the initial consonant with at least two repetitions in a row.
(d) A figure of speech involving exaggeration.

5. "Mayflies" ________________ tells of the brief life of the mayfly.
(a) Angrily.
(b) Dramatically.
(c) Matter-of-factly.
(d) Sadly.

Short Answer Questions

1. This speaking imitates ___________.

2. This book is made to be read by ___________ people simultaneously.

3. How do the reactions of other insects compare to others in history regarding this feat?

4. How do the letters that are the answer to number 54 have emphasis placed on them?

5. "Water Striders" describes the _________ action of this insect.

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