A Christmas Carol - Stave 1

Front

Complete the quote: 'Marley was _______; to begin with’

Back

dead

Front

After Fred left his uncle’s office, two gentlemen came to _______.

Back

Collect money for the poor

Front

In the novella, how many years ago did Marley die?

Back

7

Front

Marley was dead as a _______.

Back

Doornail

Front

Scrooge is Fred's ...

Back

Uncle

Front

What is the main theme introduced in Stave 1 of 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

The importance of compassion and generosity.

Front

Who is the narrator of 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

The narrator is an omniscient third-person voice.

Front

What does Scrooge value most at the beginning of the story?

Back

Money and business.

Front

How does Dickens describe Scrooge's character in Stave 1?

Back

As cold, greedy, and unfeeling.

Front

What is the significance of Marley's ghost?

Back

He represents the consequences of a life lived without compassion.