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What was the size of the clerk's fire compared to Scrooge's?
What was the size of the clerk's fire compared to Scrooge's?
- The clerk's fire was much smaller than Scrooge's. (correct)
- The clerk's fire was the same size as Scrooge's.
- The clerk's fire was non-existent.
- The clerk's fire was larger than Scrooge's.
Why couldn't the clerk replenish his fire?
Why couldn't the clerk replenish his fire?
- The clerk didn't want to replenish the fire.
- The clerk didn't know how to replenish the fire.
- Scrooge kept the coal-box in his own room. (correct)
- The clerk was not allowed to touch the coal.
What did Scrooge predict when the clerk came in with the shovel?
What did Scrooge predict when the clerk came in with the shovel?
- The clerk would be promoted.
- It would be necessary for them to part. (correct)
- The fire would be extinguished.
- The clerk would be given a raise.
How did Scrooge respond to his nephew's cheerful greeting?
How did Scrooge respond to his nephew's cheerful greeting?
What was the condition of Scrooge's nephew when he approached Scrooge?
What was the condition of Scrooge's nephew when he approached Scrooge?
Flashcards
Clerk's fire vs. Scrooge's fire
Clerk's fire vs. Scrooge's fire
Much smaller than Scrooge's fire.
Why the clerk couldn't add coal
Why the clerk couldn't add coal
Scrooge kept the coal-box in his own room, controlling the supply.
Scrooge's prediction on seeing the shovel
Scrooge's prediction on seeing the shovel
Scrooge predicted that they would have to part ways (be fired).
Scrooge's response to nephew's greeting
Scrooge's response to nephew's greeting
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Nephew's appearance upon approach
Nephew's appearance upon approach
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Study Notes
Scrooge's Office
- The clerk's fire was small compared to Scrooge's fire.
- The clerk couldn't replenish his fire because Scrooge was reluctant to provide more coal.
Scrooge's Interaction with the Clerk
- When the clerk came in with the shovel, Scrooge predicted that the clerk wanted more coal.
Scrooge's Nephew's Visit
- Scrooge's nephew approached Scrooge with a cheerful greeting.
- Scrooge responded to his nephew's greeting with coldness, lacking enthusiasm.
- When Scrooge's nephew approached, he was in a cheerful and festive mood.
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