Answer the following questions:

Why was the young seagull afraid to fly?

The seagull was afraid to fly because below him was the vast sea and he thought his wings would never support him and he would fall into the sea and die.

What did the parents do to motivate the young bird when it failed to muster up enough courage to fly?

They came around calling to him in a loud voice, scolding him, threatening to let him starve on his ledge unless he flew away. 

3. How did the parents support and encourage t...