Character Development & Motivation Quiz

Why does the narrator push Doodle so hard to learn physical activities?

• He wants Doodle to impress their parents.

• He is genuinely concerned about Doodle’s health.

• He is ashamed of Doodle’s physical limitations.

• He believes Doodle enjoys the challenge.

How does the storm symbolize the narrator’s internal conflict?

• It represents his struggle to balance love and cruelty.

• It foreshadows a tragic event.

• It mirrors Doodle’s failing strength.

• All of the above.

What does Doodle’s cry, “Brother, Brother, don’t leave me!” reveal about his feelings?

• He is afraid of being alone and abandoned.

• He is determined to prove himself.

• He wants to enjoy the storm with his brother.

• He feels guilty for failing his training.

How does the relationship between Doodle and the narrator develop over the passage?

• It moves from companionship to resentment.

• It shifts from encouragement to cruelty.

• It remains consistent, with the narrator always supporting Doodle.

• It becomes one of mutual respect.

What does Doodle’s reaction to failing (smiling ashamedly) reveal about his relationship with his brother?

• He is used to disappointing his brother.

• He does not care about his own progress.

• He enjoys pushing himself beyond his limits.

• He is afraid his brother will abandon him.

Why does the narrator abandon Doodle during the storm?

• He is angry at Doodle for failing.

• He wants to teach Doodle a lesson about perseverance.

• He is overcome by cruelty and frustration.

• He believes Doodle can catch up.

What role does the storm play in advancing the plot?

• It creates a sense of urgency and danger.

• It forces Doodle to prove his strength.

• It serves as a distraction from the main conflict.

• It provides an opportunity for the brothers to bond.

The narrator describes Doodle as a "scarlet ibis" at the end of the passage. What theme does this comparison reinforce?

• The fragility of life and innocence.

• The power of nature over human will.

• The importance of perseverance.

• The dangers of disobedience.

What does the ending suggest about the narrator’s feelings?

• He is overwhelmed with guilt and regret.

• He is relieved that Doodle is at peace.

• He is too young to understand what has happened.

• He feels justified in pushing Doodle.

How does Doodle’s death contribute to the overall message of the story?

• It highlights the dangers of pushing others beyond their limits.

• It teaches the narrator a lesson about resilience.

• It symbolizes the inevitability of failure.

• It reinforces the idea that love and cruelty can coexist.