The Scarlet Ibis Quiz

The storm that brings in the scarlet ibis represents

• increasing conflict to come later in the story. 

• the bad weather in North Carolina, where the story takes place. 

• that hurricane season is quickly approaching. 

• how exotic birds often flock according to the seasons. 

Answer explanation

The storm that brings in the scarlet ibis symbolizes the increasing conflict that will arise later in the story. The arrival of the storm and the exotic bird foreshadows the challenges and struggles the characters will face, emphasizing the theme of conflict and its impact on their lives.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

The narrator's desire to help Doodle walk are driven by all of the following EXCEPT

• insecurity. 

• pride. 

• safety. 

• family. 

Answer explanation

The narrator's desire to help Doodle walk is not driven by safety. Instead, it is driven by factors such as insecurity, pride, and family. The narrator feels a sense of responsibility and pride in helping Doodle, and their family's expectations also play a role in motivating the narrator to assist Doodle in walking.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

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

• The cemetery hired a new florist. 

• There will most likely be a death. 

• It is the best time of the year to plant a garden. 

• The narrator loved to grow things. 

Answer explanation

The graveyard flowers at the beginning of the story symbolize an impending death. The presence of flowers in a cemetery setting typically indicates a recent or upcoming funeral, which is why the correct choice is 'There will most likely be a death.'

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The quote, "Such a name sounds good only on a tombstone" is an example of

• Mood

• Suspense

• Internal Conflict

• Foreshadowing

Answer explanation

The quote, "Such a name sounds good only on a tombstone," is an example of foreshadowing because it hints at a future event or outcome in the story. Foreshadowing is a literary device used to create anticipation or suspense by giving subtle clues about what might happen later in the narrative. This quote suggests that the character's name or reputation may lead to their demise, creating a sense of foreboding for the reader.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Why did the narrator cry at Doodle's birthday, when Doodle showed everyone how he could walk? 

• He was overcome with joy, like the rest of his family. 

• He had a rough day at school that morning. 

• He was jealous that Doodle was getting more attention than he was. 

• He felt guilty for teaching Doodle to walk for his own personal gain. 

Answer explanation

The narrator cried when Doodle showed everyone he could walk because he felt guilty. He had taught Doodle to walk, not for Doodle's benefit, but for his own personal gain. This guilt, rather than joy, jealousy, or a bad day at school, is what caused his emotional reaction.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Doodle gets his nickname because

• William Armstrong did not fit his personality. 

• he crawled backwards like a doodle bug. 

• both are correct. 

• neither are correct. 

Answer explanation

Doodle gets his nickname for two reasons. Firstly, the name William Armstrong did not suit his personality, indicating a mismatch between his given name and his character. Secondly, his unique way of crawling, which resembled a doodle bug, also contributed to his nickname. Therefore, both statements are correct.

Tags

CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

When Doodle is born, the brother's reaction to his new sibling is that of

• terror and fear. 

• joy and excitement. 

• worry and anxiety. 

• disappointment and sorrow. 

Answer explanation

In the story, when Doodle is born, his brother's reaction is not of joy, terror, or anxiety, but rather disappointment and sorrow. This is because Doodle is born with a disability, which initially causes his brother to feel these negative emotions.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

Doodle and his big brother spend most of their time together

• watching movies and playing video games. 

• helping their father build and work on the farm. 

• daydreaming and imaging their future by the swamp. 

• testing their athleticism by racing each other for sport. 

Answer explanation

The question asks about the activities Doodle and his big brother engage in most of the time. The correct answer is 'daydreaming and imaging their future by the swamp.' This implies that they spend a lot of their time in a contemplative state, possibly in a natural setting like a swamp, imagining what their future could be like.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Doodle's go cart (wagon) symbolizes everything EXCEPT

• his disability. 

• the burden his brother deals with. 

• his family's ability to adapt to his situation. 

• his freedom and independence. 

Answer explanation

In the story, Doodle's go-cart (wagon) symbolizes his disability, the burden his brother deals with, and his family's ability to adapt to his situation. However, it does not symbolize his freedom and independence, as the go-cart is a constant reminder of his limitations and dependence on others for mobility.

Aunt Nicey is a woman who

• has a lot of faith and hope. 

• does not think disabled children are worth the time of day. 

• abandoned her religion after Doodle was born. 

• convinced the rest of the family that Doodle would eventually die. 

Answer explanation

Aunt Nicey is a woman who has a lot of faith and hope. This is evident in the story as she believes in the potential of disabled children and does not abandon her religion. She also does not convince the family that Doodle will die, showing her hopeful nature.

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CCSS.RL.1.6

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6