Who said Thou must gather thine own sunshine?

‘ Thou must gather thine own sunshine. I have none to give thee!” (Hawthorne 95). Even though this was said to discourage Pearl from touching the walls of Governor Bellingham’s house, Hester said, “I have no sunshine to give thee.” Indeed, Hester had no joy to share with her daughter.

How has Chillingworth changed since Hester last saw him?

How has Chillingworth changed since Hester last saw him? More ugly, darker, older, evil,& his desire for revenge.

Who said it was the scarlet letter in another form the scarlet letter endowed with life?

According to Hawthorne “It was the scarlet letter in another form; the scarlet letter endowed with life” (Hawthorne 112). Pearl could physically and emotionally be compared to the scarlet letter. All knew that she was the product of sin; therefore, she was seen as a version of the scarlet letter through her origin.

What is the purpose of Chapter 7 in the scarlet letter?

Summary: Chapter 7: The Governor’s Hall Hester pays a visit to Governor Bellingham’s mansion. She has two intentions: to deliver a pair of ornate gloves she has made for the governor, and to find out if there is any truth to the rumors that Pearl, now three, may be taken from her.

What does Pearl say about her mother and the Sunshine what deeper meaning symbolism may this have?

Pearl wants Hester to give her some “sunshine”. This is symbolic because the sunshine is representing goodness, and Pearl has to find her own because her mother committed a sin herself, and may not be the best role model. Sunshine is important throughout this story. Represents purity, divinity, and happiness.

Why did Hester name her daughter Pearl?

Hester names her daughter Pearl because she is beautiful and was created through pain.

How has Chillingworth changed?

A change comes over Chillingworth’s face, and the narrator notes that the old doctor has transformed himself into the very embodiment of evil. In a spasm of self-awareness, Chillingworth realizes how gnarled and mentally deformed he has become. He recalls the old days, when he was a benevolent scholar.

How has Chillingworth changed physically?

At the end, Chillingworth “positively withered up, shriveled away.” Roger Chillingworth’s physical and mental changes were due to his desire for revenge. After hearing of his wife’s affair, he vowed to avenge the man involved in it. He became a crazed, devil like creature all because of his love for revenge.

How does the fact that Chillingworth and Dimmesdale live together complicate the plot?

How does the fact that Chillingworth and Dimmesdale live together complicate the plot? The living situation allows Chillingworth to spy on Dimmesdale while he whips himself. The living situation allows Chillingworth to help Dimmesdale find peace.

Why did Pearl cry for the rose?

When Pearl sees these rosebushes, she “began to cry for a red rose, and would not be pacified.” (95) This yearning for the rose represents Pearl’s energy and readiness, as well as her yearning to be like her mother.

How old is Pearl in Chapter 7 of the scarlet letter?

three years old
Even as a child of only three years old, Pearl possesses a rare beauty – made all the more remarkable today by the deep red velvet and intricate gold stitching of the dress she wears.