Question

wk 5 quiz eng 11a (30 minutes)
what does elizabeth mean when she tells john, \the magistrate sits in your heart that judges you\?
○ he should speak more openly about his thoughts.
○ he knows that she loves him and forgives him.
○ he carries the knowledge of his own guilt and he cannot forgive himself.
○ he judges other people unfairly.

Explanation:

In the context of the story, Elizabeth is referring to John's inner - self that holds his guilt. The "magistrate" within his heart is his own conscience judging him for his actions, especially his past infidelity. He is burdened by his guilt and cannot forgive himself.

Answer:

He carries the knowledge of his own guilt and he cannot forgive himself.