The Ambiguity Of Goodman

Instead of answering the question, the reader says “be it so if you will,”. The narrator says this because whether it was a dream, or real, it does not matter because Goodman will still be cursed. Goodman is cursed because of all of the supernatural events leading up to his return to Salem Village. Goodman will never be able to see good in, or trust the people of the village again. He does not trust his wife faith, the deacon, or Goody Cloyse in particular.When spiritual matters are concerned, it is nearly impossible to change one’s opinion.
No, the reader cannot determine whether the events are taking place, or whether it is a dream. The ambiguity serves as something for the readers to think about deeply, and see how this has affected. The ambiguity serves as a guide to how spiritual beliefs affect different people differently.
The attitude the story expresses towards the church of Puritan New England is evil or bad. As Goodman says in the story, “I have been well acquainted with your family as with ever a one
This symbol refers to the bible, specifically in the book of Genesis. In the book of Genesis, the serpent dares Eve to taste the fruit, which will defy God’s will. When the devil tells Goodman to use the staff, he does so and is condemned for what he has done. Curiosity amongst Goodman is shown when he comes into the forest, as well as Eve when she eats the fruit. Another symbol in this story is Faith’s pink ribbon. The pink ribbon symbolizes purity. Ribbons are typically cute, modest decorations. Ribbons are usually found on elderly women in their hats, or on their coat flaps. When the ribbon falls from the sky, Goodman perceives it as Faith getting rid of her purity, and choosing the side of the devil. When Goodman returns back to the village, he sees Faith wearing the ribbons again. This may show that Faith has revolted back into her stage of innocence, but it is very unconvincing for Goodman to