A Christmas Carol: Scrooge & Marley Act 1 & 2 /2024/20 questions

Front

What is Scrooge's main objection to Christmas in Act I of A Christmas Carol?

Back

He cares only for making money and has no human interaction.

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Front

What does Scrooge's childhood reveal about him when he sees himself as a child at school?

Back

He was alone and lonely.

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Front

Why do the three ghosts visit Scrooge?

Back

He loves money more than people.

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Front

What important lesson does Scrooge learn about friendship by the end of A Christmas Carol?

Back

Scrooge has learned to be a good friend year round.

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Front

What does the audience learn about Scrooge after his visions with the Ghost of Christmas Past?

Back

Scrooge was not a grumpy miser his entire life.

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Define 'miser' as it relates to Scrooge's character.

Back

A miser is a person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role does the Ghost of Christmas Past play in Scrooge's transformation?

Back

The Ghost of Christmas Past shows Scrooge his earlier life, highlighting moments that shaped his current attitude.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

How does Scrooge's attitude towards Christmas change throughout the story?

Back

He evolves from being indifferent and dismissive to embracing the spirit of Christmas.

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Front

What is the significance of Marley’s ghost in the story?

Back

Marley's ghost serves as a warning to Scrooge about the consequences of a life spent in greed.

Front

What does Scrooge's isolation signify in the context of the story?

Back

It represents the emotional and social consequences of prioritizing wealth over relationships.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

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