The Minister's Black Veil

What message about human nature is most strongly conveyed by Elizabeth's caring for Mr. Hooper on his deathbed?

• True love for someone endures despite what that person does.

• Curiosity leads people to do odd things.

• Loyalty always leads to learning the truth.

• Hard work is seldom rewarded in this life.

What did Mr. Hooper do to the veil when he was on his deathbed?

• He removed it willingly.

• He refused to let anybody take it off.

• He tried to take it off but it would not budge.

• He took it off and gave it to Elizabeth.

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

• True

• False

Why did the townspeople never confront Mr. Hooper?

• They did not care

• They liked him to wear it

• They knew why he wore it

• They were fearful

What is the name of the minister in the story?

• Reverend Miller

• Reverend Hooper

• Reverend Green

• Reverend Parrish

Who wrote The Minister's Black Veil?

• Nathaniel Hawthorne

• Sophia Peabody

• Ralph Emerson

• Henry Thoreau

After the end of the first service on the first Sunday Mr. Hooper wears the veil what happens?

• They all quickly adjust to his appearance.

• Mr. Hooper goes directly home instead of greeting people.

• No one wants to walk beside him or invite him to dinner.

• Two of the children start to laugh at the strange sight.

Why do the townspeople have such a response to seeing the Minister's veil?

• They think something is wrong with his face

• They feel it is not religious

• They are frightened by it

The congregation's initial reactions to Mr. Hooper's veil include all of the following EXCEPT:

• awe

• dismay

• laughter

• curiosity

Why does Mr. Hooper's sudden adoption of a black veil make his congregation uneasy?

• They think he means them harm.

• It reminds them of his sinfulness.

• They think he's had a terrible accident.

• They have no explanation.