English III Midterm

Front

Hester's black eyes represent ___________

Back

Sin

Front

Where does Dimmesdale frequently put his hand?

Back

Over his heart

Front

What 'sign' did the meteor make in the sky?

Back

The letter 'A' which glowed red.

Front

How does Pearl respond to Mr. Wilson's catechism questions?

Back

She said she was not made at all and was plucked from a rose bush.

Front

What is a central idea of the text?

Back

Secret or hidden sin is destructive.

Front

What does the letter 'A' symbolize in the text?

Back

Adultery and shame.

Front

Who is the author of the text?

Back

Nathaniel Hawthorne.

Front

What role does Pearl play in Hester's life?

Back

Pearl is a living symbol of Hester's sin and a reminder of her past.

Front

What is the significance of the scaffold in the story?

Back

It represents public shame and punishment.

Front

How does the community view Hester Prynne?

Back

They view her as a sinner and an outcast.