While Dimmesdale awaited her appeal, he placed his hand over his heart "a habit the reader will recognize further through the novel. ... Unlike Hester, however, he has no audience, and even if someone were to see him, they would not recognize him in the darkness. ... It also unites the three characters, as they share a common secret. ...

• Word Count: 492
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School