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What is the main theme emphasized by Charles Dickens in 'A Christmas Carol'?
What is the main theme emphasized by Charles Dickens in 'A Christmas Carol'?
- The importance of charity and generosity (correct)
- The necessity of power and control
- The significance of personal wealth and success
- The power of revenge and bitterness
Why did Scrooge refuse his nephew's invitation for Christmas dinner?
Why did Scrooge refuse his nephew's invitation for Christmas dinner?
- He had a prior engagement
- He disliked his nephew
- He believed that celebrating Christmas was a waste of time and money (correct)
- He had to work late in his office
How did Scrooge react to the gentlemen seeking a donation for charity?
How did Scrooge react to the gentlemen seeking a donation for charity?
- Rudely sent them away with an angry outburst (correct)
- Treated them with kindness and respect
- Agreed to make a generous donation
- Invited them in for a discussion
What was Jacob Marley's appearance when he visited Scrooge?
What was Jacob Marley's appearance when he visited Scrooge?
Where did Scrooge sit on a frosty Christmas Eve?
Where did Scrooge sit on a frosty Christmas Eve?
How did Bob Cratchit feel in the anteroom while Scrooge sat in his office?
How did Bob Cratchit feel in the anteroom while Scrooge sat in his office?
What was Scrooge's response to Bob Cratchit shivering in the anteroom?
What was Scrooge's response to Bob Cratchit shivering in the anteroom?
Why did Scrooge decline his nephew Fred's invitation for Christmas dinner?
Why did Scrooge decline his nephew Fred's invitation for Christmas dinner?
How did Scrooge react when he saw the ghost of Jacob Marley in chains?
How did Scrooge react when he saw the ghost of Jacob Marley in chains?
What did Jacob Marley tell Scrooge about his current situation?
What did Jacob Marley tell Scrooge about his current situation?
What is Bob Cratchit's occupation in the story?
What is Bob Cratchit's occupation in the story?
How does Scrooge refer to Christmas celebrations at the beginning of the story?
How does Scrooge refer to Christmas celebrations at the beginning of the story?
What did Scrooge shout in response to 'Merry Christmas' from the gentlemen seeking charity?
What did Scrooge shout in response to 'Merry Christmas' from the gentlemen seeking charity?
Why did Scrooge refuse to provide a donation for food and heating for the poor?
Why did Scrooge refuse to provide a donation for food and heating for the poor?
What is the significance of Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation in 'A Christmas Carol'?
What is the significance of Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation in 'A Christmas Carol'?
