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She didn't really love him and she thought that he was dead because he went away for 2 years
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What did Hester tell Roger Chillingworth when they met on the peninsula?
When Hester meets Roger Chillingworth on the peninsula, she tells him that she is going to make Reverend Dimmesdale aware of Chillingworth's true identity (Roger Prynne - Hester's former husband.)Hester says to Roger Chillingworth "I must reveal the secret. He [Arthur Dimmesdale] must discern thy true character, to discuss this matter with him, told him to be there for that discussion.
Where do Hester and Chillingworth live before coming to America?
Amsterdam
Who is roger chillingworth?
He's a character in the book "The Scarlet Letter" By Nathaniel Hawthorne. He's Hester Prynne's husband.
Why is Hester's punishment less severe?
Hester's punishment is less severe because the magistrates do not know who the adulterer or husband is that Hester claims to have cheated with. The usual punishment for adultery is death.
What two secrets does Hester vow to keep when she is talking to Chillingworth?
1. not to tell anyone his identity (her husband) 2. she won't say who the father is
Upon Whom does chillingworth put the blame for Hester's sin?
Chillingworth blames Dimmesdale for Hester's sin of adultery. He believes that Dimmesdale is the father of Hester's child and seeks revenge on him for his part in the affair.
What was the relationship between hester and chillingworth?
Hester an Chillingworth were married.
Who is chillingworth to Hester?
Hester's husband
Did Hester think chilllingworth was dead?
No, Hester did not think Chillingworth was dead. She knew he was alive because she was still married to him, despite their estrangement.
Why doesn't chillingworth assert his rights as Hester's husband?
Because while he was gone she cheated on him, now he wants nothing to do with her and her bad image in the town.
Why was chillingworth torturing Hester and dimmesdale?
To get him to admit that he slept with Hester.
What effect does Hester's information about chillingworth have on dimmesdale?
Hester's revelation about Chillingworth's true identity as her estranged husband has a profound impact on Dimmesdale. It deepens his guilt and accelerates his deteriorating physical and mental state as he grapples with the knowledge that Chillingworth has been purposely tormenting him under the guise of friendship. This revelation further complicates Dimmesdale's internal turmoil and contributes to his eventual downfall.
Who is chillingworth in The Scarlet Letter?
Roger Chillingworth is physician & Hester Prynne's husband.
Why should Hesters marriage be a failure?
well b/c she cheated on her man and committed adultery with someone else.
How does Hester react to Dimmesdale's appearance?
Hester is surprised and taken aback by Dimmesdale's sudden appearance in the forest. She is shaken by his gaunt and spiritually tormented appearance, which is a stark contrast to his public persona as a revered and respected minister.
Where does hester meet up with chillingworth?
Hester meets up with Chillingworth in the prison where she is being held for her public shaming. Chillingworth arrives in the colony and poses as a doctor in order to gain access to Hester and extract information about her relationship with Dimmesdale.
What did rodger chillingworth do for Hester?
koshy was here
