In "the scarlet ibis," doodle is best symbolized by the bird, the scarlet ibis, both are rare and unusual creatures who are tragically separated from their families. both are fragile creatures who struggle in their environments before dying tragic deaths. doodle loved rare and unusual birds that he felt were similar to him in a variety of ways. doodle saved the fragile bird, much as his brother attempted to save him when he was young.

From this story and the indian saying which precedes it, what can the reader conclude about the culture in which the tale is set? a) they believe that death is always signified by pigeons flying away. b) they think that the behavior of creatures in the natural world can indicate things that will happen to people. c) they believe that honest, hard work provides relief from the ravages of the natural world. d) they think that death isn't the end, but only the beginning of a new life.