The Minister's Black Veil Reading Check #1

Answer in COMPLETE sentences

1. In the first paragraph, describe the attitude of the townspeople as they go to church.  What does this tell us about their true spiritual priorities?

2. Describe the initial reaction to Mr. Hooper’s veil.

3. What is the significance of the topic of the first sermon Mr. Hooper gives with the veil on?

4. How does the quote by "the old lady” (pg. 274) which reads, “He has changed himself into something awful, only by hiding his face” make sense?  Think about how you might respond to someone of authority wearing a veil like this.