Christmas Carol Stave 1

Front

What literary device is used in the phrase "as solitary as an oyster"?

Back

Simile

Front

What is the setting of 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

London, England, 1800s

Front

What character trait is implied by the quote "Are there no prisons? Are there no workhouses?"?

Back

Cold-hearted and tight-fisted

Front

How many years ago did Marley die?

Back

7 years

Front

Which character is NOT introduced in the first stave of 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

The spirit of the Past

Front

Define 'stave' in the context of 'A Christmas Carol'.

Back

A stave refers to a chapter or section of the story.

Front

What is the main theme introduced in Stave 1?

Back

The theme of redemption and the consequences of one's actions.

Front

Who is Ebenezer Scrooge?

Back

A miserly old man who despises Christmas and is the main character of the story.

Front

What does Scrooge's attitude towards Christmas reveal about his character?

Back

It reveals his selfishness and lack of compassion.

Front

Identify the significance of Marley’s ghost in Stave 1.

Back

Marley's ghost serves as a warning to Scrooge about the consequences of his life choices.