What is the significance of the scaffold in 'The Scarlet Letter'?
Chapter 8-20 Scarlet Letter Review

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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The scaffold serves as a symbol of shame and public confession. It is where Dimmesdale grapples with his guilt and where Hester Prynne is publicly shamed.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the letter 'A' on Hester's chest originally stand for?
Back
Adulteress, as a mark of her sin and shame for committing adultery.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the meaning of the letter 'A' change throughout the novel?
Back
Initially it stands for 'Adulteress', but later it comes to symbolize 'Able', reflecting Hester's strength and resilience.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Who is Roger Chillingworth and what is his role in the story?
Back
Roger Chillingworth is Hester's estranged husband who seeks revenge on Dimmesdale, the man Hester had an affair with.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Dimmesdale's internal conflict throughout the novel?
Back
Dimmesdale struggles with his guilt over his sin of adultery and his inability to confess publicly, leading to his physical and emotional deterioration.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does Pearl symbolize in 'The Scarlet Letter'?
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Pearl symbolizes the living embodiment of Hester's sin, as well as the natural consequences of sin and the innocence of childhood.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role does nature play in the novel?
Back
Nature often reflects the emotional states of the characters and serves as a contrast to the rigid societal norms of Puritan society.
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