The Scarlet Letter: A Tale of Sin, Society, and Individuality

The video narrates the story of Hester Prynne, who is publicly shamed for adultery in a strict Puritan society. Her estranged husband, Chillingworth, arrives in disguise and seeks revenge on Dimmesdale, the father of Hester's child, Pearl. As Dimmesdale's health deteriorates under the weight of his guilt and Chillingworth's manipulation, Hester reveals Chillingworth's true identity to Dimmesdale. They plan to escape to Europe, but on election day, Dimmesdale delivers a powerful sermon and publicly acknowledges his sin, leading to a dramatic climax.

What is the reason for Hester Prynne's public shaming?

• Theft

• Witchcraft

• Adultery

• Murder

Who does Hester recognize in the crowd during her public shaming?

• Her friend

• Her husband

• Her brother

• Her father

What is Pearl's relationship with the scarlet letter?

• She ignores it

• She is afraid of it

• She is obsessed with it

• She wants to remove it

What role does Chillingworth assume in the town?

• Teacher

• Mayor

• Doctor

• Blacksmith

What does Chillingworth suspect is causing Dimmesdale's illness?

• A lack of sleep

• A curse

• A dark and unconfessed sin

• A physical injury

What does Hester reveal to Dimmesdale in the forest?

• That she plans to leave the town

• That Pearl is not his daughter

• That Chillingworth is her husband

• That she has a new lover

What does Dimmesdale do on election day?

• He delivers a sermon

• He confesses his sin

• He leaves the town

• He marries Hester