The Scarlet Ibis Test

Front

What do the graveyard flowers at the beginning of the story communicate?

Back

They suggest that there will most likely be a death.

Front

Why does Doodle bury the scarlet ibis?

Back

He feels compassion toward the bird.

Front

What did Brother force Doodle to do in order to leave the barn loft?

Back

He forced Doodle to touch the coffin.

Front

Why did the narrator want a brother?

Back

He wanted someone to run, jump, and play with.

Front

Which phrase best demonstrates Brother's attitude toward Doodle at the beginning?

Back

From the start, a disappointment.

Front

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

Back

The scarlet ibis symbolizes Doodle's fragility and the theme of loss.

Front

How does the narrator's perception of Doodle change throughout the story?

Back

The narrator shifts from viewing Doodle as a burden to recognizing his unique abilities.

Front

What role does pride play in the relationship between Brother and Doodle?

Back

Pride leads Brother to push Doodle beyond his limits, ultimately contributing to tragedy.

Front

What does the setting of the story reveal about the characters?

Back

The setting reflects themes of isolation and the struggle against nature.

Front

How does the author use foreshadowing in the story?

Back

Foreshadowing is used through the imagery of the graveyard flowers and the scarlet ibis.