The Scarlet Ibis practice test

What point of view is "The Scarlet Ibis" written in?

• first person

• second person

• 3rd person limited

• 3rd person omniscient

How did you determine the point of view?

• The use of "he" indicates that the narrator is not part of the action

• The use of "we" and "I" indicates that the narrator is not part of the action

• No names are used, so there is no evidence of the narrator's identity

• The tone indicates that the narrator is someone detached from the people involved.

All of the following could be considered part of the setting except...

• Doodle's House

• Horsehead Landing

• Old Woman Swamp

• Scarlet Park

Based on clues within the story, when does the story take place?

• In the future in the south

• Early 1900s in the south

• Present day in California

• Mid 1900s in Maine

This story has every type of conflict except...

• Man vs. Man

• Man vs. Society

• Man vs. self

• man vs. fate/supernatural

Which of the following words would best describe the author's tone?

• regretful

• sarcastic

• jovial

• suspenseful

Which of the following characters could best be described as being the most dynamic?

• the scarlet ibis

• the narrator

• Aunt Nicey

• Doodle's father

Provide an explanation to support your answer to explain why the narrator is the most dynamic.

• The character remains embarrassed of Doodle

• The character changes from being prideful to remorseful

• The character remains convinced that Doodle is special

• The character changes from being strong to weak

Which is the best theme for the story

• Memories remain clear, even with the passing of time

• Pride can cause people to be cruel, even to those they love

• The world of nature is fragile and must be protected

• Close friendships are rare among family members

Who is the protagonist of "The Scarlet Ibis"

• Doodle

• The narrator

• Doodle's mother

• Aunt Nicey