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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 1" "The Scarlet Ibis".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who gives Doodle his nickname?
(a) Daddy.
(b) Mama.
(c) Brother.
(d) Aunt Nicey.

2. At what time of year is Doodle finally ready to show the family that he can walk?
(a) Midwinter.
(b) Planting time.
(c) Harvest time.
(d) Midsummer.

3. What do Mama and Daddy say about Brother's plan to train Doodle physically?
(a) They do not know about it.
(b) They think that they should ask the doctor first.
(c) They forbid it.
(d) They think it is a good idea.

4. On what does Brother blame his cruelty toward Doodle?
(a) The unfair burden of having to take care of his brother.
(b) His own nature and his love for Doodle.
(c) His embarrassment and shame due to Doodle's disability.
(d) His jealousy of Doodle's happy temperment.

5. When it is clear that the training plan is harming Doodle, why does Brother continue?
(a) He promised Aunt Nicey.
(b) His own pride.
(c) He is young and excited.
(d) He secretly wants to hurt Doodle.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the narrative point of view of "The Scarlet Ibis"?

2. Why, at the end of summer, does Brother start to push Doodle so hard in his "training" efforts?

3. After the incident where Brother makes Doodle touch the casket, what does Doodle cry out over and over?

4. When is the story being told?

5. Just before they notice the ibis, what does Doodle contradict Brother about?

(see the answer key)

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