In “The Scarlet Ibis,” Doodle is best symbolized by the bird, the scarlet ibis, because

Doodle and the scarlet ibis are both delicate, vulnerable creatures in surroundings that are difficult for them. The ibis struggles after being blown far from its tropical home, and Doodle struggles with his physical limitations and the demands placed on him. Both ultimately die tragic deaths, so the best choice is “both are fragile creatures who struggle in their environments before dying tragic deaths.”

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