The Minister’s Black Veil

What is the genre of the text?

• short story

• science fiction

• poem

What is the purpose of the veil?

• to attract readers

• to hide and to gain privacy

• to indicate sorrow

What is the point of view of the story?

• 1st person

• 2nd person

• 3rd person

How is dark literature characterized?

• It is characterized by exploration of the darker mysteries of human existence.

• It is characterized by exploration of the visible attitude of human.

• It is characterized by exploration of the feelings of human.

What is the first topic of the first sermon Mr. Hooper gives when wearing the veil?

• death

• sorrow

• salvation

• secret sin

Why does the congregation send a deputation to talk to Mr. Hooper?

• to ask why he is wearing the veil

• to protest his behavior at the wedding

• to tell him he is fired

• to plead with him to marry Elizabeth

Which of the following does the story reveal about Puritan beliefs?

• strict separation of church and state

• strong belief in witches and witchcraft

• exclusion of children from Sunday services

• deep concern with sinfulness

Elizabeth continues her relationship with Hooper even though he won't remove the veil.

• True

• False

Describe the character analysis of Reverend Hooper.

• Reverend Hooper is a complex character who is deeply affected by the black veil he wears and the reactions of the townspeople. He is portrayed as a man of great faith and conviction, but also as someone who is haunted by his own sins and secrets.

• 
  Reverend Hooper is a simple and uncomplicated character who is not affected by the black veil he wears or the reactions of the townspeople.

• Reverend Hooper is a deceitful character who wears the black veil to hide his true identity and intentions.

• Reverend Hooper is a cowardly character who wears the black veil to avoid facing the consequences of his actions.

Who wrote The Minister's Black Veil?

• 
  Ralph Emerson

• 
  Nathaniel Hawthorne

• Sophia Peabody