A Christmas Carol: Scrooge and Marley - Act 1

Front

What is the main reason Scrooge objects to people enjoying Christmas?

Back

He cares only for making money and considers Christmas an interruption.

Front

How is Scrooge described at the beginning of the play?

Back

Scrooge is a solitary, miserly man.

Front

What is the term for the story's high point or most exciting part?

Back

Climax

Front

What is the setting of 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

London, England - 1843

Front

How does Scrooge's beloved's dialogue help develop the main conflict?

Back

It shows that Scrooge has allowed his love of money to negatively affect his life.

Front

What does the term 'miserly' mean in the context of Scrooge's character?

Back

Characterized by a strong desire to save money; stingy.

Front

What is the significance of Marley's ghost in the story?

Back

Marley's ghost represents the consequences of a life lived without compassion and generosity.

Front

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

Back

It reveals his selfishness and lack of empathy for others.

Front

What literary device is used when Scrooge is described as 'solitary'?

Back

Characterization.

Front

What does the term 'master-passion' refer to in Scrooge's context?

Back

The dominant desire or motivation in a person's life, which for Scrooge is the pursuit of wealth.