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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. When Brother says that "the flood of childish spite evanesced" (11), what is he saying happened?
(a) His pride was like a flood of water.
(b) The storm started to break.
(c) He could see through the trees to where Doodle lay on the ground.
(d) His anger went away.

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

3. What evidence is there that Brother is pushing Doodle too hard?
(a) Doodle begins to have trouble breathing.
(b) Doodle becomes feverish and has nightmares.
(c) Doodle talks less and seems confused at times.
(d) Doodle begins to have nose bleeds.

4. What does the doctor say about Doodle trying to move around?
(a) It is good for him.
(b) It is surprising.
(c) It could kill him.
(d) It means he is in pain.

5. Where are Doodle's cart and coffin in the time when this story is being told?
(a) They were buried with Doodle.
(b) Still in the loft in the barn.
(c) In the front room of the house.
(d) They have been thrown away.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Brother compare Doodle to when he finds Doodle dead?

2. When Brother asks "What are the words that can solder cracked pride?" (11), what is he comparing words to?

3. What Biblical event does Aunt Nicey mention when the boys tell the family that they have a big surprise for them?

4. When, on page 8, Brother says that they kept working with "doggedness," what does he mean?

5. What is an "ibis"?

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