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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 draws the family's attention to the ibis?
(a) The sound of its wings.
(b) The loud reaction of their chickens.
(c) A flash of red.
(d) A croaking noise.

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the only person who does not expect Doodle to die soon after his birth?

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

3. Why does Doodle cry when Brother takes him to see the "only beauty" Brother knows (3)?

4. What is the "caul" that Doodle is born with?

5. How old is Doodle when he begins to try to move himself?

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