What is the usual punishment for adultery? Why is Hester's punishment less severe?

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chapter three the recognition

Asked by taylor b #331628 on 7/1/2014 10:09 PM

Last updated by Aslan on 7/1/2014 11:13 PM

Answered by Aslan on 7/1/2014 11:13 PM

Usually the punishment is death but, in Hester's case, the Magistrate is unsure who the father of Pearl really is.