Why is Hester capable of thinking of a solution to their problems when Dimmesdale is not? Hester is far wiser than Dimmesdale, whose only real gift is his handsome appearance. She has signed her name in the Black Man's book to gain wisdom. Her years of isolation have made her think differently than those constrained by society's laws. Dimmesdale is too busy being a good minister to his congregation to think of himself.

(you didn't attach a copy of the poem, but i'm answering as best as i can)

since a simile compares two unlike things using like or as, it kind of gives an item the ability to do something it can't.

example: "the player was like a tiger on the field"

in this sentence, the simile conveys the idea that the player was fast and strong, like a tiger.

may i know the title of the book?

no. but, i heard its a good book. you could look up the answers or summary on some website.