The Minister's Black Veil: A Paradigm Group

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portiaruthgenea
portiaruthgenea
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High School - 11th Grade

During the funeral, does Mr. Hooper know he has upset the members of his church? Explain.

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Posted by portiaruthgenea on Tuesday August 25, 2009 at 7:34 AM and tagged with characters, mr hooper, upset.

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  1. mwestwood
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    Even before his sermon begins, some women have become faint after seeing Mr. Hooper.  But, then, while he speaks, Mr. Hooper alludes to secret sin, and the "hearers quaked."  At the close of the service, people hurry out and congregate together, whispering.  Some return home alone "wrapped in silent meditation; some talked loudly and profaned the Sabbath day."  A few people shake their heads in confusion.  Others who usually invite Mr. Hooper to their "table" neglect to do this.  So, surely, Mr. Hooper is aware of the profound effect his wearing of the veil over his face has upon his congregation.

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    Posted by mwestwood on Tuesday August 25, 2009 at 8:13 PM