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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. To whom does this description refer: "a seemingly careless arrangement of his heterogeneous garb"?
(a) Bellingham.
(b) Wilson.
(c) Dimmesdale.
(d) Chillingworth.

2. The title of Chapter 4, "The Interview," refers to the meeting between which two characters?
(a) Chillingworth and Bellingham.
(b) Hester and Chillingworth.
(c) Chillingworth and Dimmesdale.
(d) Hester and Dimmesdale.

3. How does Hawthorne describe the historic Salem of years ago?
(a) A dour harbor.
(b) A busy metropolis.
(c) A sad sailing town.
(d) A bustling port.

4. What are the spikes on the door to the jail made of?
(a) Wood.
(b) Seashell.
(c) Bronze.
(d) Iron.

5. Which character is described as having a "wildflower prettiness?"
(a) Pearl.
(b) Chillingworth.
(c) Hester.
(d) Hibbins.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what point of view is "The Custom House" written?

2. Where is Hester when she and Pearl are examined by the doctor?

3. What is the "pedestal of infamy?"

4. The following description of clothing belongs to which community leader: "a dark feather in his hat, a border of embroidery on his cloak, and a black velvet tunic beneath"?

5. How does Hester dress her daughter?

(see the answer key)

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