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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. At first, Daddy is upset by the hurricane and looks defeated. What does he do that makes Brother and Doodle think that things will be all right?
(a) Jumps into a puddle in the field and pretends to swim.
(b) Scoops Doodle up and dances with him in the rain.
(c) Raises his fist and curses the weather and the Republican party.
(d) Says a prayer and tells them God will take care of them.

2. What does Daddy have Mr. Heath make for Doodle?
(a) A casket.
(b) A special bed.
(c) A cart.
(d) A wheelchair.

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

4. Just before they notice the ibis, what does Daddy say he is expecting?
(a) A letter from a neighbor who is fighting in the war.
(b) A storm.
(c) A larger cotton crop than usual.
(d) A delicious dessert.

5. Who uses a book to find the name of the ibis?
(a) Daddy.
(b) Mama.
(c) Aunt Nicey.
(d) Doodle.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How old is Doodle when they reveal to the family that he can walk?

3. After the incident where Brother makes Doodle touch the casket, what does Doodle cry out over and over?

4. When Doodle smiles at Brother for the first time, how does Brother feel?

5. What does Mama notice about the ibis?

(see the answer key)

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