Front

What does the clock striking 12 signify at the beginning of Stave 2?

Back

It helps add an element of uncertainty and suspense.

Front

How is Scrooge described at the beginning of Stave 2?

Back

Tight fisted.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

What is a Stave in the context of 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

A Stave is a chapter.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Front

True or False: The rest of Bob's family heartily raises their glasses to his toast.

Back

False.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

How does the rest of the family feel at the mention of Scrooge's name?

Back

Angry.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What literary device is used when Scrooge is described as 'tight fisted'?

Back

Characterization.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the significance of Scrooge's character at the beginning of the story?

Back

He represents greed and the consequences of a lack of compassion.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What role do the ghosts play in 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

They serve as catalysts for Scrooge's transformation.

Front

What does the term 'Victorian England' refer to in the context of the story?

Back

The period during Queen Victoria's reign, characterized by strict social norms and industrial progress.

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CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

How does Dickens use the character of Bob Cratchit to highlight social issues?

Back

Bob Cratchit represents the struggles of the working class and the impact of poverty.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3