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What do the townspeople think of Dimmesdale's sermon?
What do the townspeople think of Dimmesdale's sermon?
- He spoke in a wise, high, and holy spirit (correct)
- He should not be trusted
- He needs to improve his style
- He was unconvincing
What do the townspeople think the sad undertone in Dimmesdale's sermon means?
What do the townspeople think the sad undertone in Dimmesdale's sermon means?
He would soon pass away
What is Dimmesdale's social position at this moment?
What is Dimmesdale's social position at this moment?
He was the most highly viewed person
How does Hester's position contrast with Dimmesdale's?
How does Hester's position contrast with Dimmesdale's?
In what way has Dimmesdale's appearance changed once again?
In what way has Dimmesdale's appearance changed once again?
Where does the minister pause?
Where does the minister pause?
What does the crowd almost expect the minister to do?
What does the crowd almost expect the minister to do?
What does the minister do?
What does the minister do?
What does Roger Chillingworth try to do?
What does Roger Chillingworth try to do?
Where does Dimmesdale ask Hester to lead him?
Where does Dimmesdale ask Hester to lead him?
What does Chillingworth say about the scaffold?
What does Chillingworth say about the scaffold?
What does Dimmesdale ask Hester?
What does Dimmesdale ask Hester?
What does Dimmesdale claim to be?
What does Dimmesdale claim to be?
What do you think Dimmesdale reveals?
What do you think Dimmesdale reveals?
How does Roger Chillingworth look once he knows the minister is dying?
How does Roger Chillingworth look once he knows the minister is dying?
What does the minister ask Pearl?
What does the minister ask Pearl?
In what way does this scene affect Pearl?
In what way does this scene affect Pearl?
What does Hester ask the minister?
What does Hester ask the minister?
What is Dimmesdale's response to Hester's question?
What is Dimmesdale's response to Hester's question?
Study Notes
Townspeople's Perception of Sermon
- Dimmesdale's sermon is acclaimed as wise, high, and holy by the townspeople
- A sad undertone in his sermon leads them to believe he will soon die
Dimmesdale's Social Standing
- Currently held in the highest regard by the community
- Contrasts sharply with Hester Prynne, who is viewed as the lowest
Dimmesdale's Physical Condition
- Appearance shows a noticeable change; he is pale and lacks energy
Minister's Actions on the Scaffold
- Dimmesdale pauses at the scaffold, a significant location for public confession
- The crowd anticipates he may die during his sermon
Confession and Interaction
- Dimmesdale ultimately confesses to his sins publicly
- Roger Chillingworth attempts to persuade him against confessing
Hester and Dimmesdale's Reunion
- Dimmesdale requests Hester to lead him back to the scaffold
- He questions whether the experience is better than their time in the forest, which Hester disagrees with
Dimmesdale's Identity
- He acknowledges himself as a sinner, revealing the burden he carries
Revelation and Impact on Pearl
- Dimmesdale reveals the mark on his chest, symbolizing his guilt
- Pearl reacts to Dimmesdale's confession by breaking her spell of evil
Final Interaction
- Dimmesdale asks Pearl for a kiss, indicating a moment of connection
- Hester questions Dimmesdale about their future together; he expresses their sins have consequences and bids her farewell, emphasizing a sense of loss and separation
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Test your knowledge of Chapter 23 from 'The Scarlet Letter'. This quiz includes questions on the townspeople's perceptions of Dimmesdale's sermon and his social status at the time. Perfect for students looking to deepen their understanding of Hawthorne's themes and characters.
