The Scarlet Ibis Review

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What is the best synonym for 'armada'?

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A fleet.

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What is the mood of the opening/beginning of 'The Scarlet Ibis'?

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Negative.

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What does the scarlet ibis symbolize in the story?

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Doodle.

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What is the geographic location of the events in 'The Scarlet Ibis'?

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U.S. East Coast.

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What is Doodle's real name?

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William Armstrong.

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Define 'symbolism' in literature.

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Symbolism is the use of symbols to represent ideas or qualities.

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What is the significance of the scarlet ibis in the story?

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It represents Doodle's fragility and the theme of loss.

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Describe the relationship between the narrator and Doodle.

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The narrator is both protective and resentful of Doodle, reflecting complex emotions.

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What theme is explored through Doodle's character?

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The theme of pride and its consequences.

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What literary device is used in the phrase 'the flower of the storm'?

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Metaphor.