The Scarlet Letter

What did the townspeople say about Pearl?

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They feel that Pearl was born out of "sin". Hester refuses to give up the name of the father. Also Pearl is a free spirit. Unlike other Puritan children, she laughs, runs and sings. Pearl is a happy child. The Puritans think this is unholy.

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