The Scarlet Letter
describe the two seemingly supernatural occurrences. what effect do they have?
Chapter 12
Chapter 12
As Dimmesdale stands on the scaffold, he is joined by Hester and Pearl. When they join hands, they form a sort of "electric chain." After some conversation, they look up to see a meteor in the sky. As the meteor fades, the outline of a faint A is observed; somehow, the characters know this sign has meaning.