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
B. Governor Bellingham, Reverend Dimmesdale, and Reverend Wilson -
- 2.
What are the settings of the Chapters?
- A.
Jail-house
- B.
Market-place
- C.
Abandoned house
- D.
Governor's house
- E.
Boston
Correct Answer(s)
A. Jail-house
B. Market-place
C. Abandoned house
E. BostonExplanation
The correct answer lists the settings of the chapters in the given order. The chapters are set in a jail-house, a market-place, an abandoned house, and in Boston. This suggests that the story takes place in a variety of locations, each with its own significance and role in the narrative. The progression of settings may also indicate a shift in the plot or the introduction of new characters and conflicts as the story unfolds.Rate this question:
-
- 3.
__________ comes to see Hester in the jail-house.
Correct Answer(s)
Reverend Dimmesdale, Old Roger Chillingworth, or Governor BellinghamExplanation
In the novel "The Scarlet Letter" by Nathaniel Hawthorne, all three characters - Reverend Dimmesdale, Old Roger Chillingworth, and Governor Bellingham - come to see Hester in the jail-house at different points in the story. Reverend Dimmesdale visits Hester to discuss their shared secret and to provide her with comfort and guidance. Old Roger Chillingworth, Hester's husband, visits her to confront her about her affair and to seek revenge. Governor Bellingham visits Hester to discuss her punishment and to assert his authority as a representative of the law. Therefore, any of these three characters could be the correct answer to the question.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:
-
- 5.
Why does Hester think that the doctor is trying to kill her?
- A.
He is the devil
- B.
He is her husband
- C.
He is her lover
- D.
He is a comedian
Correct Answer
C. He is her loverExplanation
Hester thinks that the doctor is trying to kill her because he is her lover. This suggests that there may be a motive for him to harm her, possibly due to a complicated relationship or betrayal. The context of their romantic involvement could have led Hester to believe that the doctor has ulterior motives and wants to harm her.Rate this question:
-
- 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:
-
- 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:
-
- 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:
-
- 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:
-
- 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:
-
Quiz Review Timeline +
Our quizzes are rigorously reviewed, monitored and continuously updated by our expert board to maintain accuracy, relevance, and timeliness.
-
Current Version
-
Mar 21, 2023Quiz Edited by
ProProfs Editorial Team -
Sep 24, 2008Quiz Created by
Batman23
Back to top