4.9.1 4.9a Hive Maintenance
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1. Which clothing is needed when working with bees (choose all that apply)
1. A. Bee hat with veil 2. B. Dark colored jacket 3. C. Shoes that cover you feet 4. D. Gloves 5. E. Bee overalls
2. Match the tool name with the tool (click on the tool name then click on the correct tool)
1. A. Frame Grip 2. B. Hive Tool 3. C. Smoker 4. D. Bee brush
1. A. 2. B. 3. C. 4. D.
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3. Why manage a swarm (choose all that is correct).
1. A. Swarming can weaken your hive since you lose a lot of worker bees and may lose a good queen 2. B. Bees are part of nature, there is no reason to manage them. 3. C. The swarm will most likely find a home in a neighborhood tree, shed, wall, or someplace else where they are unwanted – turning bees into a nuisance instead of a helper. 4. D. Neighbors may freak out if they see a swarm
4. Look for the larger queen cell when opening your bee box. This way you know if your bees are planning on swarming.
True False
5. A strong hive can manage bugs on their own.
True False

Backyard Beekeeping
1About
2About Bees
3The Hive
4Hive Maintenance
5Honey and Wax
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