English III Midterm

Front

Who is the leech in 'The Scarlet Letter'?

Back

Roger Chillingworth because he is a physician.

Front

Who is the pastor that fathered a child in adultery?

Back

Dimmesdale.

Front

What does Pearl's name signify?

Back

She is her mother's treasure.

Front

Describe Pearl's personality and attitude.

Back

Pearl gave her mother problems. She had a temper, threw rocks at the children. But she would also be nice to her mother.

Front

Who is the main character of 'The Scarlet Letter' who sinned and must wear a letter 'A'?

Back

Hester.

Front

What is the significance of the letter 'A' in the novel?

Back

It symbolizes Hester's sin of adultery and her public shame.

Front

How does Dimmesdale's guilt affect him throughout the novel?

Back

It leads to his physical and mental deterioration.

Front

What role does nature play in 'The Scarlet Letter'?

Back

Nature often reflects the emotional states of the characters and symbolizes freedom.

Front

What is the relationship between Hester and Dimmesdale?

Back

They share a deep, complicated bond marked by love, guilt, and secrecy.

Front

How does society view Hester Prynne?

Back

She is shunned and stigmatized for her sin of adultery.