Scarlet Letter Test Review
Authored by Cortney Johnston, MS
English
11th - 12th Grade
CCSS covered
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This quiz comprehensively covers Nathaniel Hawthorne's *The Scarlet Letter* and is appropriate for grades 11-12. The questions systematically assess students' understanding of the novel's plot structure, character development, literary devices, thematic elements, and historical context. Students need a thorough knowledge of the major characters—Hester Prynne, Arthur Dimmesdale, Roger Chillingworth, and Pearl—along with their complex relationships and motivations. The quiz requires students to analyze Hawthorne's use of symbolism, particularly the scarlet letter itself and Pearl as a living symbol, while also demonstrating comprehension of narrative techniques like point of view in "The Custom House" introduction. Students must understand the Puritan setting, the novel's exploration of sin, guilt, redemption, and social ostracism, as well as track the chronological sequence of events from Hester's public shaming through Dimmesdale's final confession. The questions demand both literal comprehension and inferential thinking about character psychology, thematic significance, and the novel's critique of rigid moral codes. Created by Cortney Johnston, MS, an English teacher in the US who teaches grades 11 and 12. This comprehensive 44-question quiz serves as an excellent review tool before a summative assessment on *The Scarlet Letter*, systematically covering all major plot points, character arcs, and literary elements students need to master. The quiz works effectively as a structured review session where students can identify knowledge gaps before the actual test, or as a formative assessment to gauge class understanding of the novel's complex themes and narrative structure. Teachers can use this for homework review, small group discussions, or individual practice, with the detailed character and plot questions helping students organize their understanding of Hawthorne's intricate storytelling. The mix of multiple-choice and select-all-that-apply questions allows for varied assessment of student comprehension, while the chronological and thematic organization supports systematic review of the novel's progression and deeper meanings, aligning with standards CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.2, and RL.11-12.3.
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 1 pt
Who wrote The Scarlet Letter?
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RI.9-10.9
CCSS.RI.K.6
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 1 pt
The narrator speaks in which point-of-view throughout the introduction "The Customs House"?
First person
Second person
Third person limited
Third person omniscient
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.6
CCSS.RL.8.6
CCSS.RL.6.6
CCSS.RL.1.6
CCSS.RL.5.6
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What is the name of the introductory portion of The Scarlet Letter?
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.9
CCSS.RI.9-10.9
CCSS.RI.K.6
CCSS.RL.11-12.9
CCSS.RL.9-10.9
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
What does the narrator find in the second story of the Custom House?
Tags
CCSS.RL.11-12.1
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
20 sec • 1 pt
While the Custom House introduction is set in these years, The Scarlet Letter is set in these years.
Tags
CCSS.RL.7.9
CCSS.RL.8.9
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the scarlet letter "A" which is embroidered on Hester's gown?
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.7
CCSS.RL.6.9
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
10 sec • 1 pt
Hester Prynne is a master...
Tags
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.5.7
CCSS.RL.6.9
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