Choose the correct response for the question about the short story you read.
The narrator of "The Scarlet Ibis" was uncomfortable about teaching Doodle to walk because
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he hurt him in the process.
he hadn't asked his parents' permission.
he was embarrassed by Doodle's disability.
he only did it because of a dare from his friends.
The correct response is: he was embarrassed by Doodle's disability.
The correct response to the question is: "he was embarrassed by Doodle's disability."
To find the answer, you need to recall the details from the short story "The Scarlet Ibis." In this story, the narrator, who is also the brother of Doodle, feels embarrassed and uncomfortable about teaching Doodle to walk. This discomfort arises from the fact that Doodle has a disability and the narrator is self-conscious about his brother's differences. The story explores themes of pride, shame, and acceptance.