A Christmas Carol Scene 2

How does Scrooge's behavior influence the interactions with Sparsit and the charwoman?

• He is warm and generous, encouraging them to stay longer.

• He is dismissive and short-tempered, pushing them away.

• He engages in meaningful conversation with them.

• He offers them money to ensure they are content.

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What is the primary purpose of Marley’s visit to Scrooge?

• To scold Scrooge for his greed.

• To warn Scrooge of his possible fate and offer him a chance to change.

• To settle unresolved business from their partnership.

• To haunt Scrooge and cause him distress.

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How do the chain and the description of Marley’s suffering illustrate the consequences of greed?

• They show how Marley became wealthy but lost his humanity.

• They symbolize the burden of materialism Marley carries even in death.

• They highlight Scrooge’s jealousy of Marley’s fortune.

• They reveal Marley’s punishment for betraying Scrooge.

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What event signals the beginning of Scrooge’s transformation in the story?

• His dismissal of Sparsit and the charwoman.

• Marley’s ghost revealing the coming of the spirits.

• Scrooge hearing the choir sing “O Come, All Ye Faithful.”

• Scrooge counting the chimes at midnight.

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How does the idea of Christmas influence the individuals and events in this scene?

• It amplifies Scrooge’s isolation and disdain for generosity.

• It makes Scrooge realize the joy of giving and compassion.

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How do Marley's chains influence Scrooge’s understanding of his own behavior?

• Scrooge feels indifferent to the chains, as he denies their meaning.

• Scrooge dismisses the chains as unimportant to his current life.

• Scrooge begins to grasp the metaphor of the chains as a consequence of his actions.

• Scrooge mocks Marley, refusing to believe in the chains.

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What does Scrooge’s reaction to Marley’s ghost reveal about his character at this point in the story?

• He is immediately repentant and eager to change.

• He is skeptical and dismissive of anything supernatural.

• He is terrified but unwilling to acknowledge his guilt.

• He is angry and defiant toward Marley’s warnings.

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How does the setting of Scrooge’s home reflect his personality and life choices?

• It is warm and inviting, showing his hidden generosity.

• It is dark, cold, and empty, symbolizing his loneliness and greed.

• It is filled with luxury, reflecting his wealth and comfort.

• It is chaotic and cluttered, mirroring his inner turmoil.

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Why does Marley emphasize the timeline of Scrooge’s haunting by the spirits?

• To give Scrooge time to prepare himself mentally and emotionally.

• To create a sense of urgency for Scrooge to reflect on his life.

• To frighten Scrooge into believing in his supernatural fate.

• To distract Scrooge from dismissing Marley’s warning.

How does Scrooge’s reaction to the chimes of the clock reflect his state of mind?

• He is calm and indifferent to the passage of time.

• He is confused and anxious, signaling his growing unease.

• He is excited and hopeful for the arrival of the spirits.

• He is impatient and angry about the delay in their arrival.

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