The Scarlet Letter Study Guide Chapter Six: Pearl 1. Why did Hester name her child “Pearl”?
2. In what ways did Pearl seem unhuman to Hester?
3. Why does Hester believe Pearl acts the way she does?
4. How does Pearl react to other children?
5. Who does Hester tell Pearl her father is? How does Pearl react?
6. What do the townspeople say about Pearl?
The Scarlet Letter Study Guide Chapter Seven: The Governor’s Hall 1. Name two reasons Hester visits Governor Bellingham.
2. What connection does Hester see between Pearl and the scarlet letter?
3. How does Pearl react top the comments of the other Puritans?
4. What does Hester see in the suit of armor?
5. How does Pearl react to her mother’s attempts to quiet her?
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