Objective: By hte end of class, students will finish the allegory, The Scarett Ibis, summarize on a literal level and determine author's intent.
DO NOW
Why do you think Doodle put his hands around his own neck when he saw the injured, dying red bird? Why do you think Doodle relates to the Scarlett Ibis?
Direct Instruction
Read conclusion of Scarlet Ibis.
Summerize the story on a literal level 4-6 sentences). Use the rubric provided to you yesterday. Be sure to note, "WHO WHAT WHY WHEN WHERE" and don't provide too many details.
Answer the following questions:
1. What was the Scarlett Ibis' natural habitat according to Father?
2. How did it get to the Southern US?
3. AS Doodle watches the bird die, why does he relate to him?
4. What does the physical beauty of the Ibis symbolize in Doodle?
5. How is school for Doodle similar to the Southern US for Ibis?
6. Do you think anything could have been done to help the Ibis survive?
7. Do you think Doodle could ever change enough to survive in this society on his own?
8. What is the theme or message of this allegory?
Exit Pass
What is the author's intent in using allegory to demonstrate the theme of The Scarlet Ibis?
The author's intent in writing The Scarlet Ibis was to demonstrate that..... He uses allegory in order to
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