Character Conflicts and Resolutions in The Scarlet Letter

The video discusses the final chapters of Nathaniel Hawthorne's 'The Scarlet Letter'. It covers the plan of Hester and Dimmesdale to leave Boston, Dimmesdale's transformation and internal conflict, and the social critique of Puritan society. The climax is Dimmesdale's final sermon where he confesses his sin, leading to his death. The epilogue ties up the story, highlighting the fates of Hester, Pearl, and Chillingworth.

What is the plan that Hester and Dimmesdale decide on in the woods?

• To confront Chillingworth

• To confess their sins to the town

• To leave Boston together

• To build a new life in the forest

How does Dimmesdale's demeanor change after deciding to leave with Hester?

• He becomes more withdrawn and sickly

• He appears healthier and more energetic

• He becomes angry and aggressive

• He starts to doubt his decision

What internal conflict does Dimmesdale face after his decision to leave?

• He worries about Pearl's future

• He fears the townspeople's reaction

• He doubts Hester's intentions

• He struggles with his commitment to sin

How does Hester feel about Dimmesdale's new appearance and attitude?

• She is confused and worried

• She is indifferent to the change

• She feels betrayed and hurt

• She feels proud and supportive

What does Chillingworth plan to do after learning about Hester and Dimmesdale's plan?

• He confronts them in the marketplace

• He decides to follow them to Europe

• He reveals their secret to the town

• He plans to leave them alone

What does Dimmesdale's temporary strength foreshadow?

• His reconciliation with Chillingworth

• His decision to stay in Boston

• His impending death

• His eventual recovery

What does Mistress Hibbins imply in her conversation with Hester?

• She is unaware of Hester's secret

• She wants to join Hester and Dimmesdale

• She supports Hester's decision

• She knows about Hester's plan to leave

What is the significance of Dimmesdale's sermon in the marketplace?

• It is a call for forgiveness from the townspeople

• It marks his final farewell to the town

• It is a declaration of his love for Hester

• It is a critique of Puritan society

What does Dimmesdale do on the scaffold that changes everything?

• He confesses his sin to the crowd

• He renounces his faith

• He forgives Chillingworth publicly

• He proposes to Hester

What is the outcome for Pearl after the events of the story?

• She becomes a recluse

• She marries and lives happily

• She returns to the forest

• She becomes a town leader