Scarlet Letter Chapters 3-5
A nice quiz over the novel The Scarlet Letter. Made for an overview of chapters three through five.
- 1.
Who were the men that sat in judgement of Hester's trial?
- A.
Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and George Washington
- B.
Governor Bellingham, Reverend Dimmesdale, and Reverend Wilson
- C.
Governor Winthrop, Old Roger Chillingworth, and Reverend Dimmesdale
- D.
George W. Bush, Dick Cheney, and Bill Clinton
- E.
Brad Pitt, Kevin Federline, and Brittany Spears
Correct Answer
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- 2.
In Chapters 3-5 of The Scarlet Letter, how does Hester's daughter Pearl react to the scarlet letter on her mother's chest?
- A.
She is curious and asks about it.
- B.
She is ashamed and tries to hide it.
- C.
She is indifferent and ignores it.
- D.
She is angry and tries to tear it off.
Correct Answer
A. She is curious and asks about it.Explanation
Pearl, Hester's young daughter, is fascinated by the scarlet letter and frequently questions her mother about its meaning and significance. Pearl's curiosity reflects her innocent yet perceptive nature, as she senses the weight and symbolism of the letter in her mother's life and in the Puritan community.Rate this question:
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- 3.
In The Scarlet Letter, the man who fathered Hester's child is _______ Dimmesdale.
Correct Answer
Arthur, arthurExplanation
Arthur Dimmesdale, a respected minister in the Puritan community, is secretly the father of Hester's child. He struggles with guilt and shame, concealing his sin while publicly condemning Hester for her transgression.Rate this question:
- 4.
Who was Hester's husband?
- A.
Reverend Dimmesdale
- B.
Tom Cruise
- C.
Old Roger Chillingworth
- D.
Governor Bellingham
Correct Answer
C. Old Roger ChillingworthExplanation
The correct answer is Old Roger Chillingworth. In the novel "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne, Hester Prynne's husband is revealed to be Roger Chillingworth. He arrives in the town after Hester is publicly shamed for committing adultery and assumes the identity of a doctor. Throughout the story, Chillingworth seeks revenge on Hester's lover, Reverend Arthur Dimmesdale, and becomes consumed by his desire for vengeance.Rate this question:
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- 5.
In The Scarlet Letter, what is Hester's profession after she is released from prison?
- A.
Teacher
- B.
Seamstress
- C.
Midwife
- D.
Shopkeeper
Correct Answer
B. SeamstressExplanation
After being released from prison, Hester uses her needlework skills to support herself and her daughter, Pearl. She becomes a skilled seamstress, creating beautiful and intricate garments for the community, even though she is ostracized and marginalized due to her past sin.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Her work on_____ got her recognition for her needlework.
- A.
The Governor's gauntlets
- B.
The baby's clothes
- C.
The Scarlet Letter
Correct Answer
C. The Scarlet LetterExplanation
The Scarlet Letter is a famous novel written by Nathaniel Hawthorne. It tells the story of Hester Prynne, a woman who is publicly shamed for committing adultery and is forced to wear a scarlet letter "A" on her clothing as a symbol of her sin. The fact that the person in the question received recognition for her needlework specifically related to the Scarlet Letter suggests that she created a highly skilled and detailed embroidery or needlework piece depicting the scarlet letter, which gained attention and praise.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What does Hester's husband want for revenge?
- A.
To kill the baby
- B.
To kill Hester
- C.
To kill Hester's lover
- D.
To ruin Hester's life
- E.
To ruin Hester's lover's life
Correct Answer
E. To ruin Hester's lover's lifeExplanation
Hester's husband wants revenge by ruining the life of Hester's lover. This suggests that he wants to inflict emotional and psychological harm on the person who had an affair with his wife, rather than resorting to physical violence or directly targeting Hester or the baby. By seeking to ruin the lover's life, he aims to cause long-lasting damage and suffering, potentially through exposing their affair or destroying their reputation and social standing. This revenge tactic focuses on causing emotional pain and humiliation rather than physical harm.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What is the society like?
- A.
They are nice and forgive Hester
- B.
They spurn Hester
- C.
They are very strict and religious
- D.
They are dark
Correct Answer(s)
B. They spurn Hester
C. They are very strict and religious
D. They are darkExplanation
The society in the given context is depicted as unforgiving and judgmental towards Hester. They spurn her, meaning they reject and shun her due to her actions. Additionally, the society is described as very strict and religious, suggesting a rigid moral code and adherence to religious principles. The term "dark" could be interpreted symbolically, implying a morally corrupt or oppressive atmosphere within the society.Rate this question:
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- 9.
What does the "A" stand for?
- A.
Alone
- B.
Anguish
- C.
Agony
- D.
Adulterous
- E.
Awesome
Correct Answer(s)
A. Alone
B. Anguish
C. Agony
D. AdulterousExplanation
The "A" stands for multiple words in this question. It stands for alone, anguish, agony, and adulterous.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who is the doctor?
- A.
Dimmesdale
- B.
Chillingsworth
- C.
House
- D.
Franklin
- E.
Barney
Correct Answer
B. ChillingsworthExplanation
Chillingsworth is the correct answer because he is mentioned as one of the options for the question "Who is the doctor?" The other options, Dimmesdale, House, Franklin, and Barney, are not mentioned in the question and therefore cannot be the correct answer.Rate this question:
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