47 pages 1 hour read

Lindsay Eagar

Hour of the Bees

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2016

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Essay Topics

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Would Serge have made different decisions throughout his lifetime if he had the knowledge he gained just before his death? Use evidence from the text to justify your view.

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Was cutting down the magical tree for lumber the right choice? Use evidence from the text to justify your perspective.

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Comment on the multifaceted meaning of Serge’s assertion regarding the ranch: “This is where my roots are” (27). Reference the text in exploring the deeper implications of his statement.