We explored the relationship between Dimmesdale's existentialist crisis and the novel's theme as Dimmesdale laments that the contrast between what he is what he appears to be is the equivalent of non-existence or death. From this vantage , Nina discussed an interpretative theme that condemns hypocrisy more than condemning traditional notions of sin. I noted imagery motifs that convey this theme and discussed that while the novel facially appears at first to be a moral tale, it is not an exemplum, i.e. a story intended to preach traditional morality. Last,Nina examined and commented on how in the wilderness setting ,free from the laws of man, both Dimmesdale and Hester are released from Puritanical norms and can reveal themselves. During the final minutes, Nina requested input regarding her college essay for St .Andrews . We will spend some additional time on this essay tomorrow.