The Scarlet Letter Quiz 5 (60 MCQs)

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1. She delivered an ..... speech that moved the entire audience.
2. What does Hester confess?
3. What does Chillingworth suggest to Dimmesdale about the real meaning of the strange plants growing on a grave?
4. What word means very deep or thoughtful?
5. The sacredness of life is a fundamental principle that should be upheld. What does the word 'sanctity' mean?
6. Hester is able to have a respectable conversation with whom because of who she is.
7. How do the women of the town feel about Hester's punishment?
8. They formed a strong ..... over their shared experiences.
9. What is the title of the first chapter?
10. Dimmesdale recommends that Pearl be taken away from Hester.
11. Who does pearl think "The Black Man" is?
12. "Wouldn't it be better for her if she were taken from you?"
13. What does Hester see enlarged in the armor?
14. What word means to tie or fasten something securely?
15. What is Hester holding when she appears?
16. If you are a walking ignominy, you might live in infamy. True or False?
17. What word means deserving or causing public disgrace or shame?
18. Chillingworth pretends to be of what profession?
19. How did the majority of the other ladies of Boston regard Hester?
20. "Thou wast not bold!-thou wast not true! Thou wouldst not promise to take my hand ..... to-morrow noontide!"
21. I decided to take a different ..... to solving the problem.
22. She felt inspired and sat down to ..... a beautiful piece of music.
23. Max ..... every morning at 8 o'clock.
24. What word means to make someone feel very confused or surprised?
25. Why is it difficult for Hester to go to church?
26. The ..... streaked across the night sky, leaving a trail of bright light behind it.
27. Ch. 10-What does Pearl do when she notices that Dimmesdale is watching her and Hester in the graveyard?
28. The diagram was used to ..... the complex concept.
29. He is the sinner's former husband; disguises himself as a doctor
30. What word means very light, delicate, or heavenly?
31. The shrewd businessman always knew how to make a profitable deal. What does the word 'shrewd' mean?
32. Why does Hester meet with Chillingworth?
33. The Queen's ..... is a grand and significant event.
34. Discuss the significance of the forest scene in Chapter 10 in relation to the characters.
35. What word means very scary or horrifying?
36. When the Puritan children see Pearl and Hester, what do the children propose they do to Hester and Pearl?
37. The snake injects venom into its prey to immobilize it before eating. What does the word 'venom' mean?
38. How does the character of Arthur Dimmesdale evolve throughout the story?
39. The students must conform to the dress code. What does the word 'conform' mean?
40. She dragged herself out of bed, her ..... movements betraying her lack of energy.
41. She worked with the ..... precision to complete the project on time.
42. The haggard traveler trudged wearily through the desert, longing for a moment of rest. What does the word 'haggard' mean?
43. Which of the following is established as a requirement of a new colony?
44. Pearl forms the letter A on her own clothing.
45. What impact does Pearl have on Hester's life in these chapters?
46. Who does the term Leech refer to in Chapter 9?
47. They had a secret relationship and met in secret as ..... s often do.
48. The artifact found in the tomb sheds light on the customs and culture of antiquity. What does the word 'antiquity' mean?
49. Some people of the community believe that Dimmesdale's declining health is attributable to the fact that the world is no longer worthy of him because he is so pure and good.
50. What is the definition of 'penance'?
51. What word means up until now?
52. What did the letter A seem to give Hester?
53. She felt ..... after receiving the rejection letter from her dream job.
54. What does the large and gross reflection of the scarlet letter on Hester's dress represent?
55. The assembly was interrupted by a ..... or commanding prank staged by some seniors.
56. She stared at her own reflection in the mirror, contemplating her choices. What does the word 'reflections' mean?
57. What is the definition of 'subtle'?
58. The townspeople began to believe that the scarlet letter stood for .....
59. "Madman, hold! What is your purpose ..... All shall be well! Do not blacken your fame, and perish in dishonor!
60. A type of ..... is person versus self.