Question

Why might Chillingworth be called a leech in the chapter title?

Leeches were used for medicinal purposes, especially pressure and blood related
He attached himself to Dimmesdale and would not leave
He was draining the "life" out of Dimmesdale

Answer 1

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All of the above options are valid reasons for why Chillingworth might be called a leech in the chapter title.