Why is Hester capable of thinking of a solution to their problems when Dimmesdale is not? a Her years of isolation have made her think differently than those constrained by society's laws.

b She has signed her name in the Black Man's book to gain wisdom.

c Dimmesdale is too busy being a good minister to his congregation to think of himself.

d Hester is far wiser than Dimmesdale, whose only real gift is his handsome appearance.