THE MINISTER'S BLACK VEIL - PART 3

1- Why did some people in Milford think Reverend Hooper wore the black veil?

• a) He was grieving a lost loved one.

• b) He committed a terrible crime.

• c) He was mad or disturbed.

• d) He wanted to protect himself from illness.

2- How did the black veil affect Reverend Hooper’s life in Milford?

• a) It made him a beloved figure in the community.

• b) It caused fear and isolation.

• c) It allowed him to gain wealth.

• d) It strengthened his friendships.

3- Why did Reverend Hooper avoid looking into mirrors?

• a) He didn’t want to see the veil on his face.

• b) He believed mirrors were cursed.

• c) He thought he might see ghosts.

• d) He was afraid of his own reflection.

4- What unusual reaction did people have to Reverend Hooper when they were on their deathbeds?

• a) They found comfort in his presence.

• b) They were indifferent to the veil.

• c) They trembled with fear when he was near.

• d) They removed the veil from his face.

5- How did Reverend Hooper’s black veil affect his reputation as a religious leader?

• a) It ruined his reputation completely.

• b) It made him a respected and powerful figure.

• c) It led to his dismissal from the church.

• d) It caused people to mock him.

6- Who remained loyal to Reverend Hooper despite his isolation?

• a) His congregation.

• b) His family members.

• c) Elizabeth, his former fiancée.

• d) The children of Milford.

7- What did Reverend Hooper do when the young Reverend of Westbury tried to remove the veil on his deathbed?

• a) He allowed it to be lifted.

• b) He begged for forgiveness.

• c) He firmly stopped him and refused.

• d) He explained the veil’s true purpose.

8- What was Reverend Hooper’s final message before he died?

• a) Everyone wears a figurative black veil, symbolizing hidden sins.

• b) The black veil represented his greatest regret.

• c) He had no reason for wearing the veil.

• d) He was at peace and ready to remove the veil.

9- What happened to Reverend Hooper after his death?

• a) The veil was removed before he was buried.

• b) He was buried with the black veil still on his face.

• c) His veil was destroyed by the congregation.

• d) His body was lost before burial.

10- How did the community react to Reverend Hooper’s death?

• a) They celebrated his passing.

• b) They were relieved to uncover his secret.

• c) They reflected on his symbolic message.

• d) They ignored his death entirely.