Questions and Answers
What is the name of the main character in Stave 1?
Ebenezer Scrooge
What does Scrooge think should happen to the poor?
In Stave 2, Scrooge is visited by the ghost of Christmas future.
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Who picked up Scrooge from his boarding school?
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What do the two children shown to Scrooge by the ghost of Christmas present represent?
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What does Scrooge realize about Tiny Tim in Stave 4?
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How does Scrooge change by the end of Stave 5?
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In Stave 5, Scrooge becomes like a second father to __________.
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Study Notes
Stave 1 Summary
- Ebenezer Scrooge is characterized as a miserly and solitary businessman with little regard for others.
- Scrooge refuses a Christmas invitation from his cheerful nephew.
- He dismisses charity workers, suggesting the poor should be sent to workhouses.
- Bob Cratchit, his dedicated clerk, requests Christmas Day off, which Scrooge reluctantly permits.
- The spirit of Scrooge's deceased partner, Jacob Marley, appears, warning him about the upcoming visits from three ghosts.
Stave 2 Summary
- The ghost of Christmas Past visits Scrooge, appearing paradoxically old and youthful.
- They revisit significant locations from Scrooge's childhood: his desolate boarding school and his joyful reunion with sister Fan.
- Scrooge remembers Fezziwig's lively Christmas party, contrasting with his current lonely existence.
- The ghost reveals Scrooge's lost love, Belle, who left him due to his obsession with wealth, showcasing how he was consumed by greed.
Stave 3 Summary
- The ghost of Christmas Present, depicted as the most relatable spirit, takes Scrooge on a journey through Christmas Day celebrations.
- Scrooge witnesses heartfelt moments at Bob Cratchit's home and his nephew Fred's festive gathering.
- Before leaving, the ghost reveals two emaciated children, Ignorance and Want, symbolizing societal neglect and urging Scrooge to reform.
Stave 4 Summary
- A silent, foreboding spirit represents the ghost of Christmas Yet to Come.
- Scrooge observes a funeral scene, where businessmen discuss the deceased’s wealth with indifference.
- The ghost leads Scrooge to a grim alley scene, depicting people rifling through the dead man’s possessions.
- He learns of Tiny Tim’s death at the Cratchit household, leading to Scrooge's deep sorrow.
- Lastly, Scrooge sees his own tombstone, labeled with his name, prompting a moment of introspection about his life.
Stave 5 Summary
- Scrooge undergoes a dramatic transformation, awakening on Christmas morning with joy and newfound appreciation for life.
- He sends a boy to fetch the largest turkey for the Cratchit family, showcasing his generosity.
- Scrooge donates a significant sum to the charity he previously dismissed.
- He joyfully attends his nephew Fred’s Christmas celebration, reconnecting with family.
- Scrooge increases Bob Cratchit's salary and takes on a fatherly role for Tiny Tim, who miraculously survives.
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Description
Explore the key events from the first two staves of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol.' Discover how Ebenezer Scrooge's character is developed and the significant moments that shape his transformation. This quiz covers the ghostly encounters and reflections of Scrooge's past.
