Question 1

What does the phrase 'the early bird catches the earthworm' imply?

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Starting early increases the chance of success.

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Success comes without any effort.

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Waiting longer leads to more rewards.

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The bird can catch multiple worms at once.

Question 2

What condition does the earthworm prefer in the morning?

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Cool and moist earth.

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Bright sunlight without any moisture.

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Hot and dry earth.

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Shady places under rocks.

Question 3

What do birds do in the early morning according to the passage?

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They search for food.

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They build nests.

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They migrate to warmer areas.

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They rest and conserve energy.

Question 4

What happens to birds that wait until the sun is high in the sky?

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They may be disappointed in their search for food.

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They attract other birds to help them.

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They can catch more earthworms than early birds.

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They find plenty of food easily.

Question 5

What does the author suggest about the saying 'it pays to wait for a pearl to grow'?

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Starting early is more beneficial than waiting.

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Waiting is more rewarding than starting early.

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Both waiting and starting early can be equally successful.

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Pearls are better than earthworms.

Question 6

What is the primary focus of the author's research?

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The benefit of acting early to catch earthworms.

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The importance of patience in nature.

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The behavior of earthworms in the wild.

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The migration patterns of birds.

Question 7

Why does the earthworm come to the surface in the morning?

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To bask in the warmth of the sun.

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To find mates for reproduction.

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To escape predators in the ground.

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To get wet from the morning dew.

Question 8

How does the author feel about the saying regarding pearls?

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The author believes it is misleading in the context of catching earthworms.

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The author believes patience is key.

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The author thinks it is always true.

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The author has no opinion on it.

Question 9

What does the author imply about procrastination?

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It can lead to missed opportunities.

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It helps with making better decisions.

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It is necessary for careful planning.

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It is a good strategy in some situations.

Question 10

What imagery does the author use to describe the morning?

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Cool and moist earth.

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Windy and dry air.

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Snowy and cold conditions.

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Bright and sunny skies.

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