Characters
What is Doodle's real name?
William Armstrong
What is the primary climax of the story?
Doodle falls behind in the storm and Brother finds Doodle dead
What is the point of view?
First Person
Describe Doodle in one word.
sweet, determined, vulnerable, handicapped, frail, etc.
Who is the narrator?
Brother
What is the name of the swamp where Brother and Doodle spent a lot of their time?
Old Woman Swamp
What is an example of Man vs. Nature in the story?
Doodle is born with a disease which he cannot control, It begins to rain and this is ultimately what causes Doodle’s death/the hurricane
The scene where the family watches the Scarlet Ibis die is foreshadowing what?
Doodle's death
What makes Doodle perseverant?
He never gives up on his dream to walk
Who advocates for Doodle besides Brother?
Aunt Nicey
What is a plot point that aids the rising action?
Brother pushing Doodle to walk
What device is used when Brother describes waiting for Doodle to catch up during the storm?
Suspense
How and why does Brother portray himself in the way he does?
His guilt shows him in a negative light.
What is one theme in the story? (theme = universal truth)
excessive pride can lead individuals to push others beyond their limits, often causing harm rather than achieving success.
frailty of human life
love and guilt are deeply intertwined, showing how acts meant to protect or improve someone can lead to unintended harm.
setting unattainable goals for others, especially those with limitations, can result in tragic consequences.
universal human need for acceptance, even when doing so may come at a personal cost.
What is the resolution to this story?
Brother's long issue with having a disabled brother is over by him being killed.
What does the Scarlet Ibis symbolize?
What is this passage foreshadowing
"I put him on my shoulder and carried him down the ladder, and even when we were outside in the bright sunshine, crying "don't leave me, don't leave me"
Doodle crying out when Brother leaves him in the storm
What makes Brother an antagonist at times?
He pushes Doodle too hard (to his death), makes him do things he doesn't want to do, and does mean things such as make him touch his coffin
Why does Brother run away from doodle in the storm?
He believes he will be able to catch up himself
Why does brother cry when his family congratulates him for his efforts?
He feels guilty about his motivations
The story “The Scarlet Ibis” begins with the narrator as an adult but he tells a story of when he was a child. What is this literary device called?
a flashback
Give two examples of man vs. self conflict
Brother struggles with the idea of killing Doodle because he wants a normal brother, Brother struggles with his own feelings on Doodle, especially when Brother finds Doodle dead.