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

2. What do Doodle and Brother do to pass the time when they are out and need to stop walking so that Doodle can rest?
(a) They take turns reading to each other.
(b) They imagine their future together.
(c) They practice throwing a ball.
(d) They make up stories.

3. 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) Raises his fist and curses the weather and the Republican party.
(b) Jumps into a puddle in the field and pretends to swim.
(c) Says a prayer and tells them God will take care of them.
(d) Scoops Doodle up and dances with him in the rain.

4. What are Doodle's last words?
(a) "Don't hurt me!"
(b) "I love you."
(c) "Don't leave me!"
(d) "I told you."

5. Who is the only person who does not expect Doodle to die soon after his birth?
(a) Mama.
(b) Aunt Nicey.
(c) Daddy.
(d) Brother.

Short Answer Questions

1. At what time of year is Doodle finally ready to show the family that he can walk?

2. When Mama tells Brother that she is afraid that Doodle might not be "all there," what is Brother's response (2)?

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

4. How does Brother respond to Doodle's love for natural beauty?

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

(see the answer key)

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