Chapter 8-20 Scarlet Letter Review

(ch. 8) What does Pearl answer when Governor Bellingham asks her where she came from?

• I was found in a basket by the river.
• I came from the forest with my mother.
• I was born in a small village.
• I was plucked from the wild rosebush by the prison door.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

In chapter 9, what does Roger Chillingworth begin to suspect about Dimmesdale?

• Chillingworth believes Dimmesdale is a loyal friend to Hester.
• Chillingworth thinks Dimmesdale is planning to leave the town.
• Chillingworth suspects Dimmesdale is in love with another woman.
• Chillingworth suspects that Dimmesdale is hiding a secret related to Hester's sin.

In chapter 9, what do the townspeople suggest for Reverend Dimmesdale to do to improve his health?

• The townspeople advise him to seek a new job in the city.
• They suggest he take up a new hobby to distract himself.
• The townspeople recommend he stay indoors and rest.
• The townspeople suggest Reverend Dimmesdale live with the physician (Chillingworth).

In chapter 9, the title characterizes Roger Chillingworth as a _____________.

• tiger

• leech

• tragic victim
• heroic man

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

In chapter 10, what does Roger Chillingworth see in the cemetery that serves as a gateway to talk to Dimmesdale about secrets?

• Weeds growing from a grave

• A bench overlooking the river.
• A tree with a carved heart.
• A statue of a soldier.

In chapter 10, what does Pearl say about Reverend Dimmesdale, after he neglects to smile when she throws a prickly burr at him?

• Pearl says he is in a bad mood.

• Pearl says he is a great preacher.
• Pearl says that the devil has already taken him.

• Pearl says he is her father.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

In chapter 10, when Roger Chillingworth asks if Dimmesdale is being truthful with him, what is Dimmesdale's reaction?

• Dimmesdale admits to lying without hesitation.
• Dimmesdale reacts defensively and gets angry.

• Dimmesdale laughs and dismisses Chillingworth.
• Dimmesdale remains silent and avoids eye contact.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

At the end of chapter 10, what does Chillingworth do that leads him to the truth about Hester and Dimmesdale?

• Chillingworth overhears a conversation between Hester and Dimmesdale.
• Chillingworth discovers a mark on Dimmesdale's chest.
• Chillingworth finds a letter from Hester to Dimmesdale.
• Chillingworth confronts Hester about her past.

Why was Dimmesdale such a successful, liked preacher?

• He was known for his strict and harsh sermons.
• His emotional connection with the congregation, and relatable themes of sin and redemption.

• He focused solely on wealth and prosperity in his messages.
• He spends most of his free time with them.

What does Dimmesdale do in chapter 11 in an attempt to atone for his sins that further deteriorates his health?

• Dimmesdale writes a letter of apology to Hester.
• Dimmesdale confesses his sins publicly.
• Dimmesdale engages in self-punishment and fasting.
• Dimmesdale seeks comfort in his parishioners.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7