The Scarlet Letter - Chapters 20-22

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Where have Hester and Dimmesdale decided to when they leave Boston

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Where have Hester and Dimmesdale decided to when they leave Boston

Europe; Bristol

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What proof is given of Dimmesdale's "subtle disease" in no longer knowing which of the two faces he wears is true?

He wants to end his career as a minister on a note of honor

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How does it happen that Hester is acquainted with the captain of the ship that is now in the harbor?

Her self-appointed dutuies as a Sister of Charity brought her into contact with them

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4

Why does Dimmesdale consider it fortunate that the ship is not to sail for four days?

In 3 days he is to preach the Election Sermon

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5

What is the color of Hester's garments over the last 7 years?

Gray

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6

What are Hester's plans for TSL now?

To wear it one last day then never again in Europe

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7

What piece of unwelcome news does Hester receive in regards to the ship?

Chillingworth will be on the ship also because the ship needs a doctor and he said he is a part of Hesters party

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8

As Dimmesdale is returning to town after his meeting with Hester and Pearl, list all of the people he encounters and what does he "think" about doing or saying to each now that he feels a renewed sense of freedom?

One of the deacons, he wanted to shout blasphemies at him.  \n Eldest church member lady, He wants to tell her a brief argument about life after death \n Young woman new to God's kingdom, He could destroy her innocence with a look and develop her lust \n Puratin children, He wanted to teach the curse words \n Drunken sailor, wanted to shake hands and chill

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What have the crowds of people gathered in the market-place to witness?

They're waiting to see the precession where the Governor and magistrates and ministers will pass by and greet people with bands also

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10

Why is Hester a bit confused at the festivities?

Everyone is unusually bright and jolly

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11

In the crowd the day of the inauguration, what does Hester see?

There were some Indians

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12

Who does Mistress Hibbins say is rumored to be Pearl's father?

The devil, Prince of Air

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13

What did Mistress Hibbins say to Dimmesdale on the street?

She offers herself as an escort the next time he goes to the forest

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14

What does Dimmesdale feel that he has done after speaking with Mistress Hibbins?

Made a bargin with the Devil

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15

When Arthur returns home and Roger asks if he needs help with his Election Day sermon, what is Arthur's reply?

No, the fresh air and converstions with the holy apostile elliot have done him good

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16

After the doctor leaves the pastor alone in his study, what does the pastor do?

Writes a newer and better sermon

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17

Where does Hester stand during Dimmesdale's sermon?

By the Scaffold

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18

What happens to Hester towards the end of Dimmesdale's sermon?

She finds everyone staring at her

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Where, according to Chillingworth, is the only place where Dimmesdale could have successfully escaped him?

The scaffold

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What does Pearl want most?

To be acknowledged by Dimmesdale publicly

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