The Scarlet Letter Vocabulary

What does penitence mean?

• Happiness

• Regret for wrongdoing

• Excitement

• Indifference

What is expiation?

• Celebration

• Atonement for guilt

• Ignorance

• Joy

What does infamy mean?

• Fame for good deeds

• Notoriety for bad deeds

• Wealth

• Happiness

What does 'ignominy' mean?

• Honor

• Disgrace

• Wealth

• Joy

What is the meaning of 'iniquity'?

• Justice

• Sin

• Happiness

• Peace

What does 'scaffold' refer to in 'The Scarlet Letter'?

• A platform for punishment

• A type of building

• A piece of clothing

• A garden tool

What is 'physiognomy'?

• Study of the mind

• Study of facial features

• Study of plants

• Study of stars

What does 'palliate' mean?

• To worsen

• To alleviate

• To celebrate

• To ignore

What is the meaning of 'efficacy'?

• Ineffectiveness

• Effectiveness

• Joy

• Sadness

What does 'caprice' mean?

• Steadiness

• Whim

• Anger

• Fear