How is the episode of Dimmesdale’s midnight vigil on the scaffold structurally significant?

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How is the episode of Dimmesdale’s midnight vigil on the scaffold structurally significant?

Asked by Jeremiah S #492241 on 1/27/2016 5:06 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 1/27/2016 5:26 PM

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Answered by jill d #170087 on 1/27/2016 5:26 PM

Structurally, Dimmesdale's moments on the scaffold are reminiscent of Hester's punishment in the opening of the novel. Through this act, we come full circle.

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