A Christmas Carol: Stave 1 Vocab

What does the term "unhallowed" mean?

• Something sacred

• Something unholy

• Something blessed

• Something pure

Which word describes a sincere request?

• Demand

• Entreaty

• Command

• Order

What is an "ironmongery"?

• A place where iron is mined

• A store that sells iron works

• A type of iron tool

• A process of making iron

Who is a "residuary"?

• A person who writes a will

• A person entitled to the remainder of an estate

• A person who manages an estate

• A person who inherits everything

What are "ramparts"?

• A type of weapon

• A type of building

• Anything that acts as a barricade

• A type of vehicle

What does "trifle" refer to?

• Something of great value

• Something of little value

• A type of dessert

• A type of currency

What are "phantoms"?

• Real objects

• Spirits or illusions

• Types of animals

• Types of plants

What is an "intimation"?

• A direct order

• A suggestion

• A loud announcement

• A written document

Which word describes a bleak outlook or attitude?

• Cheerful

• Morose

• Optimistic

• Joyful

What does "impropriety" mean?

• Something proper

• Something inappropriate

• Something legal

• Something formal