A Christmas Carol: Ebenezer Scrooge's Journey
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What was Marley’s relationship to Scrooge before his death?

  • He was Scrooge’s brother.
  • He was Scrooge’s business partner. (correct)
  • He was Scrooge’s rival.
  • He was Scrooge's employee.

How did Scrooge feel about Christmas?

  • He loved the holiday spirit.
  • He believed it was a scam. (correct)
  • He enjoyed celebrating with family.
  • He looked forward to it every year.

What did Scrooge think should happen to people who wished him a Merry Christmas?

  • They should have a holiday feast.
  • They should be celebrated.
  • They should be ignored.
  • They should be punished severely. (correct)

What did Scrooge’s nephew Fred invite him to do?

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What was the state of Bob Cratchit’s fire in comparison to Scrooge's?

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What was Scrooge’s general demeanor?

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How did Scrooge respond to his nephew's invitation?

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What name did people sometimes mistakenly call Scrooge?

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How did Scrooge respond to the gentlemen asking for donations for the Poor?

<p>He refused to give anything and suggested they borrow money. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What peculiar vision did Scrooge see as he approached his door?

<p>A large and ordinary knocker that looked like Marley’s face. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Scrooge's initial reaction to the idea of Christmas?

<p>He thought it was a waste of time and money. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did Scrooge respond when Mr. Cratchit asked for the day off on Christmas?

<p>He scolded Cratchit and refused to give him the day off. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What strange noise did Scrooge hear coming from the cellar?

<p>Clanking noises as if someone were dragging heavy chains. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Scrooge's attitude towards the Christmas carol sung by the young boy?

<p>He was frightened and jumped up, causing the boy to run away. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Scrooge do after he returned home and felt uneasy?

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Flashcards

Scrooge's Business Partner

Marley is the deceased business partner of Scrooge.

Company Name

Scrooge and Marley.

Scrooge's personality

Scrooge is a selfish, cold-hearted, and grumpy old man who dislikes Christmas.

Scrooge's Christmas views

Scrooge views Christmas as a 'humbug', a scam, and an excuse to spend money.

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Bob Cratchit

Scrooge's clerk, who works for him.

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Christmas Humbug

Scrooge's dislike of Christmas and its associated traditions.

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Scrooge's nephew

Scrooge's nephew who visits him to celebrate Christmas.

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Cold Christmas Eve

A freezing Christmas Eve where Scrooge is counting his money.

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Scrooge's response to charity

Scrooge refuses to donate to the poor, believing they should find their own way to survive.

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Scrooge's view of Christmas

Scrooge considers Christmas a pointless waste of money and time.

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Scrooge's treatment of Bob Cratchit

Scrooge refuses to give Bob Cratchit a day off for Christmas and even expects him to arrive early the next day.

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Scrooge's reaction to carols

Scrooge is startled by the carol singers and chases them away.

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The strange knocker

Scrooge's door knocker seems to transform into Marley's face, making him uncomfortable.

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Scrooge's denial of the strange sounds

Scrooge tries to ignore the sounds of dragging chains coming from the cellar, but they get louder and more disturbing.

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The ghost's arrival

A ghostly figure emerges from the cellar with chains, entering Scrooge's room.

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Study Notes

Ebenezer Scrooge's Christmas Eve

  • Scrooge, a miserly money-lender, is stubbornly opposed to Christmas.
  • He runs a business formerly owned by his deceased partner, Marley.
  • Scrooge is known for his harshness and lack of compassion.

Scrooge's Christmas Day Interactions

  • Scrooge's nephew, Fred, tries to persuade him to celebrate Christmas.
  • Scrooge vehemently rejects Christmas, calling it a "humbug."
  • He criticizes the practice of Christmas, considering it as an exploitation of financial resources.

Scrooge's Interactions with Christmas Charity

  • Scrooge encounters gentlemen collecting for the needy.
  • He refuses to contribute anything, arguing that the poor should either borrow or face imprisonment for debts.
  • His callous attitude towards the poor, demonstrates his moral emptiness.

Scrooge's Response to Christmas Festivities

  • Scrooge is disturbed by carol singers and dismisses their goodwill.
  • Cratchit, his clerk, is forced to work on Christmas Day.
  • He demands that Cratchit be at work extra early the following morning.

The Appearance of Marley's Ghost

  • Scrooge is startled by a ghostly figure that appears as a door knocker.
  • The shape resembles Marley, his late business partner.
  • This prompts a disturbing realization, and Scrooge is confronted by the appearance.

The Sound of Chains

  • Scrooge hears the sound of heavy chains clanking.
  • The sound continues and grows louder, drawing near him on the stairs.
  • The clanking sound signifies Marley's spectral presence and the ominous consequences of greed and selfishness.

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Explore the character of Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol.' This quiz delves into Scrooge's transformation from a miserly figure resistant to Christmas to one who ultimately embraces the spirit of the holiday. Answer questions about his interactions, attitudes, and the pivotal moments that define his change.

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