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noodel
noodel
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High School - 10th Grade

What does the quote in chapter two in "The Secert Life of Bees" mean?

The quote is "On leaving the old nest, the swarm normally flies only a few meters and settles. Scout bees look for a suitable place to start the new colony. Eventually, one location wins favor and the whole swarm takes to the air."

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Posted by noodel on Wednesday November 5, 2008 at 4:29 PM and tagged with quotes, symbolism, the secret life of bees.

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  1. mrs-campbell Teacher
    High School - 11th Grade

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    This quote has many potential interpretations, but for one, think of the main character, Lily.  She feels alienated from her home, eventually "scouts" out a new home that is "suitable", one where she feels accepted and loved, and where she will settle.

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    Posted by mrs-campbell on Thursday November 6, 2008 at 9:27 PM