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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book Lice and The Moth's Serenade.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to this poem, why is the moth drawn to the light?
(a) It is attracted to the heat of the light.
(b) It likes bright colors.
(c) It does not know why.
(d) It likes the color yellow.

2. How did other types of insects react to the water strider's abilities?
(a) They were not surprised.
(b) They were jealous.
(c) They were annoyed.
(d) They were somewhat shocked.

3. How do the book lice meet?
(a) They are introduced to each other by their parents.
(b) They are roommates.
(c) They met online.
(d) Accidentally.

4. Each poem is about a ___________ of insects.
(a) Group.
(b) Flock.
(c) Species.
(d) Family.

5. What is the mood of "The Moth's Serenade?"
(a) Annoyed.
(b) Anxious.
(c) Humorous.
(d) Angry.

Short Answer Questions

1. What aspects of humanity can be learned from the book lice poem?

2. This speaking imitates ___________.

3. What is the water strider's special skill?

4. "Book Lice" describes what?

5. How is the letter F important in "Fireflies?"

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