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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. What is Doodle's real name?
(a) William Armstrong.
(b) Robert Graves.
(c) It is never given.
(d) James Hurst.

2. Where is the ibis perched?
(a) On the grindstone.
(b) In the bleeding tree.
(c) On the roof of the house.
(d) In the loft of the barn.

3. How does the family react when the boys reveal that Doodle can walk?
(a) They refuse to believe it is really happening.
(b) They are overjoyed.
(c) They worry about the danger it puts Doodle in.
(d) They insist that the family all pray together.

4. What causes Brother to say that Doodle is a "burden in many ways" (3)?
(a) Doodle is getting too heavy for Brother to pull in the cart.
(b) The doctor has made a long list of rules for taking care of Doodle.
(c) Doodle talks almost all the time.
(d) Brother's friends make fun of Doodle.

5. What does Mama notice about the ibis?
(a) It seems focused on Doodle.
(b) It is not frightened of the family.
(c) It seems to have a broken wing.
(d) It is clearly dying.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the doctor say about Doodle trying to move around?

2. What does Brother know is covering the casket that he makes Doodle touch?

3. In the place name "Horsehead Landing," what does the word "landing" mean?

4. Who is the only person who does not like the name "Doodle"?

5. Who does Doodle suggest that Brother can marry?

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