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What, according to the narrator, is ironic about Pearl’s existence? |
Pearl is the reason for all her mother's troubles because her sin could not have remained hidden had she not become pregnant. Despite this, Pearl is now Hester's reason for living. |
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What is the significance of Pearl's name? |
Hester chose the name Pearl because Pearl was "purchased" with all she had and was her mother's only treasure. |
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What is significant about Pearl’s temperament? |
Her temperament is reflective of her origin. She is the product of a broken rule and will not obey rules herself. She was born because of a passion that got carried away, hence her wild and unruly nature. |
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Explain the ambiguity concerning Pearl’s background. |
Townspeople believe Pearl is the incarnation of the Devil, while Hester believes Pearl is the physical embodiment of her sin. |
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Hester believes that, while society punishes her for sinning, God has a different reaction. How does Hester explain Pearl’s existence? |
God gave Pearl to Hester as a sort of salvation and a reason to live. |
