Chapters 4-7 Questions

#1  Why does Hester still refuse to tell Roger the father of her baby? Is it out of loyalty or something else?

#2  Why did Roger return after wronging Hester?


#1  If Hester can leave the town and escape her shame, why would she decide to stay?

#2  How can the scarlet letter bring Hester daily torture and relief at the same time? Does this change what it symbolizes?


#1 Does Hester love her child even though she appears to be afraid of her?

#2  Will Hester's paranoia about her child's peculiar expressions affect their relationship?


#1 What does sunshine symbolize? "Thou must gather thine own sunshine. I have non to give thee!" (p. 93)

#2 Can we narrow down the meaning of the rosebush after hearing Pearl cry out for a rose?