Question

1. which detail shows that the honeyguide plays an important role in the story?

a. it has dull brownish green feathers.
b. it sits quietly in a tree branch.
c. it leads the boys from tree to tree toward the hive.
d. it sings loudly after the boys leave.

Explanation:

To determine which detail shows the Honeyguide's important role, we analyze each option:

• Option a describes its feather color, which is a physical trait, not related to its role in the story.
• Option b describes its quiet sitting, which does not indicate an important action - related role.
• Option c shows the Honeyguide actively leading the boys toward the hive, which is a significant action that drives the story's plot related to finding the hive, thus showing its importance.
• Option d describes its action after the boys leave, which is not related to its role in the main part of the story (guiding the boys).

Answer:

c. It leads the boys from tree to tree toward the hive.