The Scarlet Ibis Constructed

Response
You are going to write a constructed response on The Scarlet Ibis by James Hurst. Pick
one of the two following essay prompts to write about. Your response should be between
one and three paragraphs. Use the RACE strategy to complete this constructed response.
**You only have to complete one CR, but you may do both for extra credit.**

Prompt A

I did not know then that pride is a wonderful, terrible thing, a seed that bears two vines, life
and death. How does the plot in James Hursts story demonstrate the theme that pride can
lead to both life and death? Support your ideas with specific quotes and examples.
Prompt B

Is Brother (the narrator) to blame for Doodles death? Either defend brothers actions or
agree with the idea that he should be held responsible. Support your ideas with specific
quotes and examples.