Pearl and Hester's Journey in The Scarlet Letter

Hester visits Governor Bellingham's mansion to deliver gloves and address concerns about losing her daughter, Pearl, due to the community's belief in Pearl's demonic origin. The narrative describes Pearl's beauty and behavior, their arrival in town, and the reactions they receive. The story also details the architecture and interior of the Governor's mansion, highlighting Pearl's curiosity and interactions within the mansion.

Why does Hester visit Governor Bellingham's mansion?

• To deliver a pair of gloves

• To attend a party

• To seek employment

• To buy a house

What rumor has Hester heard about her daughter Pearl?

• Pearl is a witch

• Pearl is of demon origin

• Pearl is a princess

• Pearl is a genius

How is Pearl described during the journey to the town?

• Angry and rebellious

• Sad and withdrawn

• Vibrant and lively

• Quiet and shy

What do the children of the Puritans do when they see Hester and Pearl?

• Ignore them

• Invite them to play

• Run away in fear

• Fling mud at them

What is notable about Pearl's appearance?

• She has a crown on her head

• She resembles the Scarlet Letter

• She looks like a fairy

• She is dressed in rags

How does Pearl react to the mansion's architecture?

• She is frightened

• She is indifferent

• She is fascinated

• She is confused

Who answers the door when Hester and Pearl arrive at the mansion?

• A guard

• A bond servant

• Governor Bellingham

• A maid

What is the interior of the mansion like?

• Old and dusty

• Rich and historical

• Simple and plain

• Modern and sleek

What does Pearl see in the governor's armor?

• Her reflection

• A ghost

• A hidden message

• A treasure map

What does Pearl want from the garden?

• A pumpkin

• A cabbage

• An apple

• A red rose