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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 does the reader learn about Doodle from his story about Peter?
(a) Doodle is frightened of going to school.
(b) Doodle secretly hates Brother.
(c) Doodle has a vivid imagination.
(d) Doodle is much smarter than Brother.

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

3. After the incident where Brother makes Doodle touch the casket, what does Doodle cry out over and over?
(a) "Why?"
(b) "Don't leave me."
(c) "I hate you."
(d) "Am I going to die?"

4. What happens when Brother begins to dance Aunt Nicey around after they reveal that Doodle can walk?
(a) Doodle starts to imitate them.
(b) She steps hard on his toe.
(c) Mama tells him to stop immediately.
(d) Aunt Nicey falls down.

5. What is the "caul" that Doodle is born with?
(a) A full head of hair.
(b) A red, bird-shaped birthmark.
(c) A hand that is curved like a hook.
(d) A piece of the sac that protected him before he was born.

Short Answer Questions

1. What evidence is there that Brother is pushing Doodle too hard?

2. What kind of tree is in Brother's yard when he is a child?

3. Who does Doodle suggest that Brother can marry?

4. Why does Brother treat Doodle roughly when he first starts taking him outside in his cart?

5. What is an "ibis"?

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