The Minister's Black Veil

Question 1

symbol

Answer 1

something that has meaning itself but also stands for something else

Question 2

inference

Answer 2

educated guess

Question 3

what does the veil symbolize

Answer 3

sin

Question 4

what does the black color of the veil represent

Answer 4

shows something dark; makes people consider their own sins

Question 5

why does the congregation never ask about the veil

Answer 5

although they are afraid of the veil they are also afraid of the potential answer

Question 6

what does the veil cause?

Answer 6

hooper to feel badly about himself but ultimately the congregation respects him more

Question 7

what does the veil help the congregation recognize

Answer 7

that he is a sinner as well and isnt above regular people

Question 8

what else does the veil cause

Answer 8

hooper to lose his fiancee

Question 9

how long does hooper wear the veil

Answer 9

until he dies

Question 10

what could the veil symbolize in our own lives

Answer 10

secrets we hide or our own failings

Question 11

parable

Answer 11

short story that teaches a moral