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In the Scarlet Letter what is the usual punishment for adultery Why is Hesters punishment less severe?

The usual punishment for adultery is execution but because the identity of Hester's lover is unknown, Hester's punishment was simply to wear the letter "A" on her shirt for the rest of her life.


What is the usual punishment for Hester's crime?

she has to walk around with that big A on her shirt..


What was the usual punishment for adultery in The Scarlet Letter?

Death - Read the book!


What was the the usual punishment for rebellion?

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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.


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Wearing the Scarlet letter is the smallest punishment. The usual punishment for adultery was death.


What is the usual punishment for adultry why is Hester's punishment less severe?

The usual punishment for adultery in Puritan society was public humiliation, such as a scarlet letter "A" on the person's clothing, and possible imprisonment or even death. Hester's punishment was less severe because she refused to reveal the identity of her partner in sin. Her willingness to bear the shame and consequences alone made the community show some leniency towards her.


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