Pearl quiz!

What did Pearl do when she first saw Hester not wearing the Scarlet Letter?

• give Hester earnest kisses

• burst into a fit of passion

• Laugh hysterically

• reach out to the scarlet letter on the ground

In what chapter does Pearl finally kiss Dimmesdale?

• Chapter 4

• Chapter 9

• Chapter 23

• Chapter 24

What does Pearl do to the curious children of the village?

• Tell them about the Scarlet Letter

• Pelt them with stones and violent words

• Try to become friends with them

• Run away from them

Why does Hester name her daughter Pearl?

• Because the luster of a pearl reminds her of her daughter

• Because she was very costly, just like a pearl

• Because she likes eating clams

• Because of a pearl necklace she always wears

Does Hester think Pearl is a normal child despite her unpredictable actions?

• yes

• no

Answer explanation

No, she doesn't. After Pearl denies having a heavenly father, Hester suspects that she is possessed by a fiend.

Where is it common to find Pearl?

• Talking with Dimmesdale

• Sitting alone in the street

• Walking around the town with her friends

• Spending time in nature

What is the best word to describe Pearl

• logical

• charismatic

• elfish

• quiet