With its complex, emotional plot and its rich symbolism, this masterpiece has become a highly prized classic in American literature. ... The citizen also tells the reverend that many other people saw the "A" in the sky, and that they believed the celestial mark stood for "angel," and meant that the deceased Governor Winthrop had been converted into an angel. ...

• Word Count: 3653
• Approx Pages: 15
• Grade Level: High School

Her husband, later revealed to be Roger Chillingworth, took her first to Amsterdam, and then sent her to America to await his arrival. ... She recognizes the white man as Roger Chillingworth, her husband, who sent her to America and remained in Amsterdam. ...

• Word Count: 5572
• Approx Pages: 22
• Grade Level: High School