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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 Brother compare Doodle to when he finds Doodle dead?
(a) Aunt Nicey.
(b) Himself.
(c) A crashed kite.
(d) The scarlet ibis.

2. What is an "ibis"?
(a) A flower.
(b) A type of tree.
(c) A bird.
(d) A fish.

3. What explanation does Daddy offer for the ibis's behavior?
(a) It does not seem to be able to see very well.
(b) It is tired, or sick.
(c) It has been injured by the storm.
(d) The bird is far from its usual habitat.

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

5. What is the narrative point of view of "The Scarlet Ibis"?
(a) Third person limited.
(b) Second person.
(c) First person.
(d) Third person omniscient.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where are Doodle's cart and coffin in the time when this story is being told?

3. What is "Brother's" first reaction to Doodle?

4. When it is clear that the training plan is harming Doodle, why does Brother continue?

5. What do Doodle and Brother leave to do after lunch?

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