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When did Dickens write 'A Christmas Carol'?
When did Dickens write 'A Christmas Carol'?
1843
Whose death was Dickens referring to in 'A Christmas Carol'?
Whose death was Dickens referring to in 'A Christmas Carol'?
Jacob Marley
In the beginning of 'A Christmas Carol,' what inanimate object is Jacob Marley compared to?
In the beginning of 'A Christmas Carol,' what inanimate object is Jacob Marley compared to?
Door nail
What was the name of Scrooge's business?
What was the name of Scrooge's business?
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What is the first line of 'A Christmas Carol'?
What is the first line of 'A Christmas Carol'?
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Apart from Ebenezer Scrooge, which member of Jacob Marley and the 'wailers' also 'wailed'?
Apart from Ebenezer Scrooge, which member of Jacob Marley and the 'wailers' also 'wailed'?
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How many years had Jacob Marley been dead before appearing as a ghost before Scrooge?
How many years had Jacob Marley been dead before appearing as a ghost before Scrooge?
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What is the name of Bob Cratchit's ill son?
What is the name of Bob Cratchit's ill son?
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What are the names of the children hidden under the robe of the Ghost of Christmas Present?
What are the names of the children hidden under the robe of the Ghost of Christmas Present?
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At what time could Scrooge expect the visit by the second spirit?
At what time could Scrooge expect the visit by the second spirit?
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How many ghosts come and visit Ebenezer Scrooge?
How many ghosts come and visit Ebenezer Scrooge?
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How did Scrooge feel when the Ghost of Christmas Past brought him to Fezziwig's party?
How did Scrooge feel when the Ghost of Christmas Past brought him to Fezziwig's party?
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On which household object does Scrooge first see Jacob Marley's ghostly face superimposed?
On which household object does Scrooge first see Jacob Marley's ghostly face superimposed?
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What does Scrooge reply when the Ghost of Christmas Past asks if he remembers the way to his old school?
What does Scrooge reply when the Ghost of Christmas Past asks if he remembers the way to his old school?
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What word is written across the boy's forehead revealed from under the robe of the Ghost of Christmas Present?
What word is written across the boy's forehead revealed from under the robe of the Ghost of Christmas Present?
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What two childhood books does the Ghost of Christmas Past remind Scrooge of?
What two childhood books does the Ghost of Christmas Past remind Scrooge of?
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What was Martha Cratchit's occupation?
What was Martha Cratchit's occupation?
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What strange occurrence heralds the appearance of Jacob Marley's ghost in Scrooge's house?
What strange occurrence heralds the appearance of Jacob Marley's ghost in Scrooge's house?
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What does each brother and sister of the Ghost of Christmas Present stand for?
What does each brother and sister of the Ghost of Christmas Present stand for?
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According to Scrooge, what is the only thing in the world more ridiculous than a Merry Christmas?
According to Scrooge, what is the only thing in the world more ridiculous than a Merry Christmas?
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What was the name of Scrooge's fellow apprentice and old friend who he sees at Fezziwig's party?
What was the name of Scrooge's fellow apprentice and old friend who he sees at Fezziwig's party?
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What was the name of the girl that Scrooge once loved in his youth?
What was the name of the girl that Scrooge once loved in his youth?
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During the Cratchits' Christmas dinner, who was the Founder of their Feast?
During the Cratchits' Christmas dinner, who was the Founder of their Feast?
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Fill in the quote: Scrooge: '...keep Christmas in your own way, and let me keep it in mine.' Fred: 'Keep it!_______________'
Fill in the quote: Scrooge: '...keep Christmas in your own way, and let me keep it in mine.' Fred: 'Keep it!_______________'
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What is Scrooge's sister's name?
What is Scrooge's sister's name?
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What is the name of Scrooge's ex-fiance mentioned when the Ghost of Christmas Past leads him to see her?
What is the name of Scrooge's ex-fiance mentioned when the Ghost of Christmas Past leads him to see her?
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What is the name of Scrooge's nephew that he ignores until the end?
What is the name of Scrooge's nephew that he ignores until the end?
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In the 'Yes or No' game, who was describing Scrooge?
In the 'Yes or No' game, who was describing Scrooge?
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What is Marley's reply when Scrooge asks, 'Can you sit?'?
What is Marley's reply when Scrooge asks, 'Can you sit?'?
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Who does the Ghost of Christmas Present refer to when repeating Scrooge's words about decreasing the surplus population?
Who does the Ghost of Christmas Present refer to when repeating Scrooge's words about decreasing the surplus population?
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What is unusual about the Ghost of Christmas Present?
What is unusual about the Ghost of Christmas Present?
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Who declares, 'God bless us, everyone!'?
Who declares, 'God bless us, everyone!'?
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Who was Scrooge's first ghostly visitor on that fateful Christmas Eve?
Who was Scrooge's first ghostly visitor on that fateful Christmas Eve?
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Scrooge tells Marley, 'You may be an undigested bit of beef, a blot of mustard, a crumb of cheese, a fragment of an underdone _____.'
Scrooge tells Marley, 'You may be an undigested bit of beef, a blot of mustard, a crumb of cheese, a fragment of an underdone _____.'
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What is the name of the man that buys Scrooge's things after his death?
What is the name of the man that buys Scrooge's things after his death?
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What is the name of the game played at Fred's house at Christmas?
What is the name of the game played at Fred's house at Christmas?
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What dessert item do the Cratchit children fear may be broken, undone, or stolen away?
What dessert item do the Cratchit children fear may be broken, undone, or stolen away?
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What object does Scrooge hold up while conversing with Jacob Marley's ghost?
What object does Scrooge hold up while conversing with Jacob Marley's ghost?
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What is Mrs. Cratchit doing when Peter reads out loud to the family?
What is Mrs. Cratchit doing when Peter reads out loud to the family?
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When does the third 'Spectre' appear?
When does the third 'Spectre' appear?
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What is the name of the gentleman who goes after Scrooge's niece's sister during the game of blind-man's buff?
What is the name of the gentleman who goes after Scrooge's niece's sister during the game of blind-man's buff?
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How many siblings did the Ghost of Christmas Present declare he had?
How many siblings did the Ghost of Christmas Present declare he had?
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What type of crutches did Tiny Tim use?
What type of crutches did Tiny Tim use?
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Which one of Jacob Marley and the 'wailers' made the least dramatic exit by simply disappearing?
Which one of Jacob Marley and the 'wailers' made the least dramatic exit by simply disappearing?
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How does Old Marley's ghost leave Scrooge's house?
How does Old Marley's ghost leave Scrooge's house?
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The turkey that Scrooge buys is 'twice the size of _____'?
The turkey that Scrooge buys is 'twice the size of _____'?
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Which characters in 'A Christmas Carol' are drawn from Dickens' own life experience?
Which characters in 'A Christmas Carol' are drawn from Dickens' own life experience?
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At the end of the novel, what nice deed did Scrooge do for Bob?
At the end of the novel, what nice deed did Scrooge do for Bob?
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What did Tiny Tim say at the close of the story?
What did Tiny Tim say at the close of the story?
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What special item does Scrooge order for the Cratchits after he wakes up on Christmas morning?
What special item does Scrooge order for the Cratchits after he wakes up on Christmas morning?
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What is the last line of the book?
What is the last line of the book?
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Study Notes
A Christmas Carol Overview
- Written by Charles Dickens in 1843, "A Christmas Carol" is a tale of Christmas, generosity, and redemption.
- It begins with the line, "Marley was dead: to begin with," introducing Jacob Marley, who plays a crucial role in Scrooge's transformation.
Key Characters
- Ebenezer Scrooge: A miser who neglects Christmas and values money over compassion.
- Jacob Marley: Scrooge's deceased business partner who appears as a ghost to warn him.
- Bob Cratchit: Scrooge's underpaid clerk, struggling to support his family, including his ill son, Tiny Tim.
- Tiny Tim: Bob's sickly son known for his optimistic phrase, "God bless us, everyone!"
- Fred: Scrooge's cheerful nephew who invites him to Christmas celebrations.
- Belle: Scrooge's former fiancée who was left behind due to his obsession with wealth.
Ghostly Visitations
- Scrooge is visited by four ghosts: Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come.
- Jacob Marley appears after all the bells in Scrooge's home ring, heralding his ghostly arrival.
- The Ghost of Christmas Present reveals the plight of the Cratchit family amidst their modest Christmas feast.
Themes and Symbols
- Redemption: Scrooge’s journey illustrates the possibility of personal change and the spirit of Christmas.
- Generosity: Scrooge’s transformation leads him to eventually raise Bob Cratchit’s salary and provide for Tiny Tim.
- Childhood Memory: Scrooge recalls his lonely school days and the joy experienced at Fezziwig's Christmas party.
Significant Quotes
- "I could walk it blindfolded!" - Scrooge’s confidence in recalling his old school.
- "Keep Christmas in your own way, and let me keep it in mine," highlighting Scrooge's initial refusal to embrace the holiday spirit.
- "God bless us, every one!" delivered by Tiny Tim, serves as the story's moral climax.
Plot Points
- The Ghost of Christmas Past shows Scrooge moments from his youth, illustrating his initial joy contrasted with his later misfortune.
- The Ghost of Christmas Present introduces the concept of abundance and the joy of family, despite lack of wealth.
- Marley's warning emphasizes the consequences of a life lived without compassion, revealing Scrooge's potential fate.
Christmas Celebrations
- Scrooge's redemption begins on Christmas morning, where he joyfully participates in festivities and surprises the Cratchit family with a turkey.
- The Cratchit family's Christmas dinner is marked by joy, despite their struggles, showcasing the theme of family unity.
Ending and Moral
- Scrooge undergoes a profound transformation, becoming a symbol of Christmas spirit and community.
- The narrative closes with Scrooge's commitment to uphold the spirit of Christmas all year round, emphasizing the triumph of kindness and generosity.
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Description
This quiz covers the key elements of Charles Dickens' classic novella, 'A Christmas Carol.' Explore the major characters, including Ebenezer Scrooge, Jacob Marley, and Bob Cratchit, as well as the transformative ghostly visitations. Test your knowledge about the themes of generosity, redemption, and the spirit of Christmas.
