A Christmas Carol Stave 1 - 3

Front

Why does the ghost take Scrooge to different places around the country?

Back

He wants to show Scrooge how Christmas is celebrated.

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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 does 'covetous' mean?

Back

Envious of other people’s possessions.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is Scrooge’s sister’s name?

Back

Little Fan.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

Which best explains Scrooge’s use of 'humbug'?

Back

It’s used to show he disapproves of something.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does the trip to the Cratchit family’s Christmas dinner reveal about the Ghost of Christmas Present’s message for Scrooge?

Back

Bob Cratchit has 'plenty' of love from his family that makes him happier than money could.

Front

What is the main theme of 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

Redemption and the spirit of Christmas.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Front

Who is the author of 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

Charles Dickens.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.9

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CCSS.RL.11-12.9

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Front

What does Scrooge's character represent at the beginning of the story?

Back

Greed and misanthropy.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is the significance of the Ghost of Christmas Past?

Back

It represents memory and the impact of the past on the present.

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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

How does Scrooge's attitude towards Christmas change throughout the story?

Back

He evolves from disdain to embracing the spirit of Christmas.

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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