Reading Control - The Scarlet Letter

Who is Hester Prynne?

• A Puritan minister

• A woman who committed adultery

• The governor of the town

• A child in the community

What symbol does Hester have to wear on her chest?

• A red "S"

• A black cross

• A scarlet "A"

• A white star

Who is Hester's secret lover?

• Roger Chillingworth

• Reverend Dimmesdale

• Governor Bellingham

• John Wilson

Why does Hester wear the scarlet letter?

• As a symbol of bravery

• As punishment for adultery

• As a fashion statement

• To represent her family

Who is Roger Chillingworth?

• Hester’s husband

• The town’s judge

• The minister’s assistant

• Hester’s brother

How does Reverend Dimmesdale suffer for his secret sin?

• He is publicly shamed

• He becomes ill and guilty

• He moves to another town

• He loses his job

What is the name of Hester’s child?

• Pearl

• Ruby

• Rose

• Lily

How does the community view Pearl?

• As a joyful child

• As a normal girl

• As a symbol of Hester’s sin

• As a future leader

What does Hester do for a living?

• She teaches at a school

• She is a nurse

• She is a seamstress

• She is a baker

Where does Hester live after her punishment?

• In the middle of town

• In a small cottage on the outskirts

• In the governor’s house

• She leaves the town