3 - Scarlet Letter Quiz

Why does the jailer bring Dr. Roger Chillingworth to see Hester?

• Because he suspects Hester might harm herself or her baby

• To interrogate her about her crime

• To reveal the identity of her partner

What does Hester fear about the medicine Dr. Chillingworth gives her?

• That it might be expired

• That it is a potion to make her confess

• That it might be poison

What does Dr. Chillingworth say is the best revenge against Hester?

• Exposing her in front of the community

• Letting her live

• Imprisoning her for life

• Taking her baby away

What secret does Hester agree to keep about Dr. Chillingworth?

• That he is a physician

• That he is her husband

• That he knows the identity of her partner

• That he gave her a potion

Why is this chapter important to understanding Hester's relationship with her husband?

• It explains why their marriage was successful

• It reveals that they were never legally married

• It shows why their marriage did not work

• It demonstrates their strong bond and love for each other

What is the reason for Hester's public punishment?

• She committed a crime

• She disrespected the authorities

• She had an affair

• She stole something

What is the importance of the scarlet letter 'A' that Hester wears?

• It stands for 'Adultery'

• It stands for 'Authority'

• It stands for 'Atonement'

• It stands for 'Anguish'

How does Hester feel about her punishment?

• She feels it is unfair

• She feels it is deserved

• She feels it is too lenient

• She loves wearing the Pretty Red Letter S!

What is the role of Pearl, Hester's daughter, in the story?

• She is a symbol of Hester's sin

• She is the narrator of the story

How does the community view Hester after her punishment?

• They respect her for her strength and resilience

• They continue to be angry with her and leave her out.

• They forgive her and accept her back into the community