A Christmas Carol Act I, Scenes 1-3

Front

What does Scrooge's nephew believe about Christmas?

Back

Christmas is when men and women seem to open their shut-up hearts freely.

Front

How does Scrooge express doubt about Marley's appearance?

Back

He says that an undigested bit of food has affected his senses.

Front

What is the purpose of Marley's speech in Act I, Scene 1?

Back

To introduce the character of Scrooge to the audience.

Front

Why does Scrooge object to people enjoying Christmas?

Back

He cares only for making money, and Christmas is an interruption.

Front

What does Bob Cratchit think of Scrooge?

Back

He is forgiving of Scrooge and has a positive attitude.

Front

What does Scrooge mean when he calls Christmas a 'humbug'?

Back

He believes that Christmas is a fraud or nonsense.

Front

How does Scrooge's attitude towards Christmas differ from his nephew's?

Back

Scrooge dislikes Christmas, while his nephew embraces it.

Front

What does Marley reveal about his own fate?

Back

He is doomed to wander the earth in chains because of his greed.

Front

What does the term 'humbug' signify in the context of the play?

Back

It signifies Scrooge's disdain for the joy and generosity associated with Christmas.

Front

How does Scrooge react to the idea of charity during Christmas?

Back

He dismisses it, believing that the poor should go to prisons or workhouses.