But still she waited. One ought to go home and have an extra-special tea. But at the very instant of thinking that, a young girl, thin, dark, shadowy—where had she come from? She saw a little battered creature with enormous eyes, someone quite young, no older than herself, who clutched at her coat-collar with reddened hands, and shivered as though she had just come out of the water. How more than extraordinary! And suddenly it seemed to Rosemary such an adventure. It was like something out of a novel by Dostoevsky [6] , this meeting in the dusk.
Supposing she took the girl home? Supposing she did do one of those things she was always reading about or seeing on the stage, what would happen? It would be thrilling. The girl drew back startled. She even stopped shivering for a moment. Rosemary put out a hand and touched her arm. And she felt how simple and kind her smile was.
Come home with me now in my car and have tea. The girl put her fingers to her lips and her eyes devoured Rosemary. No, I only want to make you warm and to hear—anything you care to tell me. Hungry people are easily led. The footman held the door of the car open, and a moment later they were skimming through the dusk. She had a feeling of triumph as she slipped her hand through the velvet strap. But of course she meant it kindly. Oh, more than kindly. She was going to prove to this girl that—wonderful things did happen in life, that—fairy godmothers were real, that—rich people had hearts, and that women were sisters.
The bell was rung, the door opened, and with a charming, protecting, almost embracing movement, Rosemary drew the other into the hall. Warmth, softness, light, a sweet scent, all those things so familiar to her she never even thought about them, she watched that other receive.
It was fascinating. She was like the rich little girl in her nursery with all the cupboards to open, all the boxes to unpack.
The great things were to be natural! Come and get warm. You look so dreadfully cold. Why are you afraid? But there was no answer.
The girl stayed just as she had been put, with her hands by her sides and her mouth slightly open. To be quite sincere, she looked rather stupid. She leant over her, saying:.
Your pretty hair is all wet. The girl stood up. But she held on to the chair with one hand and let Rosemary pull. It was quite an effort. The other scarcely helped her at all. And what was she to do with the coat now? She left it on the floor, and the hat too. I never drink brandy. She really was touched beyond words. She put her arm round those thin, bird-like shoulders. I shall do away with myself. And I shall arrange something. I promise.
Do stop crying. The other did stop just in time for Rosemary to get up before the tea came. She had the table placed between them. She plied the poor little creature with everything, all the sandwiches, all the bread and butter, and every time her cup was empty she filled it with tea, cream and sugar. People always said sugar was so nourishing.
And really the effect of that slight meal was marvelous. When the tea-table was carried away a new being, a light, frail creature with tangled hair, dark lips, deep, lighted eyes, lay back in the big chair in a kind of sweet languor, looking at the blaze. Rosemary lit a fresh cigarette; it was time to begin. He came over to the fire and turned his back to it. Philip smiled his charming smile.
Would you? Will Miss Smith excuse us? Who is she? What does it all mean? She asked me for the price of a cup of tea, and I brought her home with me. Look after her. Why not? I want to. Look again, my child. I was bowled over when I came into your room just now. She went to her writing-room and sat down at her desk.
Absolutely lovely! Bowled over! Her heart beat like a heavy bell. She drew her check-book towards her. But no, checks would be no use, of course. What is the relationship between Chillingworth and Hester? Did Hester ever love her husband? Quote Hester to support your answer. What does Chillingworth vow to do? What secret does Chillingworth ask Hester to keep? Give at least 2 reasons why Hester does not leave the colony. What talent did Hester use to support herself and Pearl?
What garments is Hester not allowed to sew? Why type of dress did Hester wear? What does Hester do that shows she has a charitable nature? How did the poor, the ladies of Boston , the clergy, and the children treat Hester? What special knowledge does Hester feel the Scarlet Letter gives her?
Give at least two reasons why Hester does not leave the colony. What does the Scarlet Letter mean to Pearl? What did the townspeople say about Pearl?
Name 2 reasons Hester visits Governor Bellingham. How are the Scarlet Letter and Pearl alike? What new identity has Chillingworth assumed in Boston? Why is he successful? How much time has elapsed since the opening scene? With what creatures of fantasy is Pearl continually compared? How has Chillingworth changed since Hester last saw him? Why does John Wilson question Pearl? How has Rev. Who pleads successfully for Hester to keep her child? To which visitor does Pearl respond to lovingly?
See p. Quote a sentence from this chapter that associates Chillingworth with evil. What two opposing views do the townspeople hold about Roger Chillingworth? What is a leech? Why would Dimmesdale live with guilt and not confess his sin openly? What reaction does Pearl have to Chillingworth when she sees him with Rev.
What practices does Dimmesdale begin as a result of his guilt? What is a vigil? Where does Dimmesdale hold his vigil? Why are Hester and Pearl out at midnight? What promise does Dimmesdale refuse to make to Pearl? What is miraculous about the meteor? Quote a line that shows Chillingworth as a symbol of evil. How old is Pearl in this chapter? What does Hester resolve to do? How has Roger Chillingworth changed in the past 7 years? Quote at least one line that directly associates Chillingworth with the devil.
Cite the page number. What does Hester want Chillingworth to do? What revelation is she going to make to Reverend Dimmesdale. What effect has Chillingworth had on Dimmesdale?
Quote a line to support your answer. How does she feel about him? What questions does Pearl ask her mother? Why does this trouble Hester? Where does Hester plan to meet Dimmesdale?
Describe the scene with Hester and Pearl in the sunlight. What symbolic meaning could the sunlight have? Why does sunlight shine on Pearl and not on Hester? This scarlet letter is his mark. Why does Pearl think the minister holds his hand over his heart? How is there symbolic truth in what she says? Use a quote to support your answers and cite the page number. Does Hester still love Dimmesdale? Use a quote to support your answer. Cite a page number. What future plans does Hester suggest to Dimmesdale as a way to escape Chillingworth?
Cite a quote and page number to support your answer. What does Hester do that symbolizes putting the past behind them? What is the sunshine a symbol of?
Why is Pearl upset when her mother calls her?
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