Quiz on Roger Chillingworth and Hester

What is Roger Chillingworth's initial reaction upon seeing Hester?

• He forgives her.

• He feels angry and vengeful.

• He feels a sense of responsibility for her downfall.

• He wants to publicly shame her.

What does Chillingworth ask Hester to keep secret?

• His true identity.

• The identity of Pearl’s father.

• Hester’s crime.

• Their marriage.

Why does Chillingworth seek revenge?

• Hester lied to him.

• Hester refused to tell him the truth.

• Hester's lover has wronged him.

• The town wronged him.

What promise does Hester make to Chillingworth during their conversation?

• To reveal Pearl's father.

• To leave the colony.

• To keep his identity a secret.

• To repent publicly.

What does Chillingworth decide to focus on after his conversation with Hester?

• Finding Hester's lover.

• Exposing Hester.

• Moving away.

• Helping Hester and Pearl.

What is Hester’s profession after her release from prison?

• Seamstress.

• Baker.

• Teacher.

• Nurse.

Why does Hester choose to stay in the colony despite her shame?

• She believes her sin must be atoned there.

• She cannot afford to leave.

• She is waiting for Pearl's father.

• The colony provides her with work.

How does Hester support herself and Pearl?

• By working as a governess.

• By creating fine needlework for the wealthy.

How do the townspeople treat Hester despite benefiting from her work?

• They praise her.

• They treat her with respect.

• They treat her with contempt and scorn.

• They ignore her.

What is the significance of Hester’s needlework in society?

• It is admired for its beauty but rejected for weddings.

• It is only used for religious ceremonies.

• It is never used by the people in town.

• It is banned by the town leaders.