Question 10 of 18 • CA-English Language Arts 11 A A-G CR
Read the excerpt relating to Reverend John Wilson from Chapter 3 of The Scarlet Letter.The voice which had called her attention was that of the revered and famous John Wilson, the eldest clergyman of Boston, a great scholar, like most of his contemporaries in the profession, and withal a man of kind and genial spirit. This last attribute, however, had been less carefully developed than his intellectual gifts, and was, in truth, rather a matter of shame than self-congratulation with him.What does the excerpt reveal about Reverend John Wilson?
Answer
A
He believes that he is superior and more intellectually gifted than others who practice his profession in the Boston area.
B
He believes that a man must make equal use of both his intellect and his emotions to make critical decisions.
C
He believes that men who are not great scholars have little to contribute to the growth of society.
D
He believes that words and actions based on the intellect are superior to those based on emotions.