Question

In James Hurst's short story "The Scarlet Ibis," who or what does the delicate red bird symbolize?

A. the narrator
B. the narrator's brother Doodle
C. the inevitability of death
D. the fragility of family relationships

Answer 1

Oh wow, it's been a while since I read this. Really depressing story.

Step-by-step explanation:

Anyways, the red bird symbolizes Doodle.