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What is the title of Chapter 7?
What is the title of Chapter 7?
The Governor's Hall
What information do the opening lines give us?
What information do the opening lines give us?
Hester is on her way to Governor Bellingham's mansion with a pair of gloves she has embroidered herself.
What is another major reason that Hester is going over to the Governor's mansion?
What is another major reason that Hester is going over to the Governor's mansion?
Hester has heard rumors that the fathers are planning to take Pearl from her.
Did Pearl travel with Hester to the Governor's mansion?
Did Pearl travel with Hester to the Governor's mansion?
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How old is Pearl?
How old is Pearl?
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What do the children plan to do in this chapter?
What do the children plan to do in this chapter?
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What is the description of the Governor's house?
What is the description of the Governor's house?
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Who answered the door at the mansion?
Who answered the door at the mansion?
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What is heavily described in the middle of the chapter?
What is heavily described in the middle of the chapter?
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What is Hester reminded of when she looks into the armor and sees her reflection?
What is Hester reminded of when she looks into the armor and sees her reflection?
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Who was the first settler on the peninsula?
Who was the first settler on the peninsula?
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How does the chapter end?
How does the chapter end?
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Study Notes
Chapter Title
- Title: The Governor's Hall
Context of Hester's Visit
- Hester Prynne is en route to Governor Bellingham's mansion with embroidered gloves for him.
- Rumors indicate that the fathers are contemplating taking Pearl away from Hester.
Pearl's Attendance
- Pearl accompanies Hester to the Governor's mansion.
- At this point, Pearl is capable of running and walking.
Children's Behavior
- Local children intend to throw mud at Hester and Pearl, taunting them due to the Scarlet Letter.
Description of the Mansion
- The Governor's house is characterized as a large, somewhat old wooden structure.
Greeting at the Mansion
- A bond-servant of Bellingham answers the door when Hester arrives.
Interior Detail
- The main hall of the mansion is richly described, adorned with portraits, relics, and armor.
Reflection in the Armor
- Hester is reminded of the Scarlet Letter on her chest as she observes her reflection in a piece of armor.
Historical Reference
- Reverend Mr. Blackstone, the first settler of the peninsula, has a grave in the mansion's garden, surrounded by flowers.
Chapter Conclusion
- The chapter concludes with Hester attempting to calm Pearl, who initially screams but quiets as new visitors approach, including the Governor.
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