Question

carefully read the excerpt to investigate the character of reverend mr dimmesdale. such was the young man whom the reverend mr. wilson and the governor had introduced so openly to the public notice, bidding him speak, in the hearing of all men, to that mystery of a womans soul, so sacred even in its pollution. the trying nature of his position drove the blood from his cheek, and made his lips tremulous. the scarlet letter, nathaniel hawthorne. what can be inferred about the reverend dimmesdales character based on the introduction by mr wilson and the governor? he is wise and trustworthy. what can be inferred about dimmesdale based on his reaction to the request to speak to hester in public? check the two best answers. he feels inadequate for the task. he is eager to condemn hester for her crime. he is fearful of hesters response. he desires to help hester confess her sin.

Explanation:

The text shows Dimmesdale's discomfort and nervous - ness at the prospect of addressing Hester in public. His physical reactions like blood leaving his cheek and lips trembling suggest he feels inadequate and is fearful.

Answer:

• What can be inferred about Dimmesdale based on his reaction to the request to speak to Hester in public? Check the two best answers: He feels inadequate for the task, He is fearful of Hester's response