He wants his brother to be normal and is embarrassed that he has a five year old brother that can't walk.
When the narrator teaches Doodle to walk, the narrator believes that a. it will free him from Doodle b. he can teach Doodle to do other things, too c. his parents will appreciate him more d. Doodle will abandon him
When the narrator teaches Doodle to walk, the narrator believes that a. it will free him from Doodle b. he can teach Doodle to do other things, too c. his parents will appreciate him more d. Doodle will abandon him
The narrator was embarrassed that Doodle couldn't walk at the age of five.
In "The Scarlet Ibis," the narrator decides to teach Doodle how to walk out of a mix of pride and a desire for normalcy. He is initially embarrassed by Doodle's physical limitations and feels a strong need to prove that Doodle can be like other children. Teaching him to walk becomes a way for the narrator to assert his own identity and hopes for Doodle, reflecting both his love and his selfishness. Ultimately, this decision sets the stage for the story's tragic events, highlighting the complexities of sibling relationships.
It takes a few months to teach Doodle to walk
The surprise that the narrator and Doodle present to their parents is that Doodle learns to walk. This comes as a shock because Doodle had struggled with physical disabilities, and his family thought he would never be able to walk.
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In James Hurst's "The Scarlet Ibis," the narrator teaches Doodle to walk out of a mix of pride, shame, and love. Initially embarrassed by Doodle's physical limitations, he is motivated by a desire for Doodle to be more like other boys and to prove that he is not a burden. As they bond, the narrator's intentions evolve; he wants Doodle to experience the joy of walking and to share in the adventures of childhood. Ultimately, this act reflects both his deep affection for Doodle and the societal pressures that influence his actions.
The narrator teaches Doodle to walk by initially using motivation and encouragement, pushing him to try despite his physical limitations. He first supports Doodle by holding him up and guiding his movements, celebrating small successes to build his confidence. Through persistent practice and a sense of determination, Doodle eventually gains strength and balance, leading to his first independent steps. This experience deepens their bond, showcasing both the narrator's desire for Doodle to thrive and his underlying sense of pride.
It takes Doodle a longer time to learn to walk in "The Scarlet Ibis" as he is born with physical disabilities. Over the course of some years, his brother works meticulously to teach him, showing patience and dedication in helping Doodle overcome his challenges and walk on his own. Through this process, Doodle eventually learns to walk, although the exact timeline is not specified.
The narrator is too proud to have an invalid for a brother so he takes it upon himself to teach Doodle how to stand up, walk, run and swim. His pride helped Doodle because these are activities no one ever thought Doodle would be able to do when he was born. The narrator's pride hurt Doodle because he forced Doodle to over exert himself in order to have become more athletic in too short a time. The narrator's unrealistic expectations led to Doodle dying from physical exhaustion.
Once Doodle learns to walk, his brother plans to teach him how to swim, run, climb trees, and fight. These activities are intended to help Doodle become stronger and more self-sufficient.