A Christmas Carol Stave 1

Front

What do the chains on Marley represent?

Back

The sins and selfish deeds he committed during his life.

Front

What is one thing Scrooge was annoyed with his clerk for?

Back

He wanted to have all of Christmas Day off from work.

Front

How did Scrooge respond to the gentlemen collecting money for the poor?

Back

He said the poor should just go to the prisons and workhouses.

Front

How does Scrooge respond to his nephew's request?

Back

He told his nephew that Christmas was a 'humbug' and that he wouldn't come to Christmas dinner.

Front

Which adjectives best describe Scrooge?

Back

Selfish & greedy.

Front

What is the main theme of 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

Redemption and the transformation of one's character.

Front

Who visits Scrooge on Christmas Eve?

Back

The ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley.

Front

What does Marley warn Scrooge about?

Back

He warns Scrooge to change his ways or face a similar fate of suffering.

Front

What does Scrooge value most at the beginning of the story?

Back

Money and his business.

Front

How does Scrooge treat his employees?

Back

He treats them poorly and is very stingy.