Christmas Carol Act 1, Scene 1

Front

Who is the narrator of Act 1, Scene 1 of A Christmas Carol?

Back

Jacob Marley

Front

What was the relationship between Scrooge and Marley?

Back

They were business partners.

Front

How do Scrooge's first words in the scene characterize him?

Back

They characterize him as greedy.

Front

What is the time span of the events in A Christmas Carol?

Back

Three days.

Front

Where is Scrooge at the beginning of Act 1, Scene 1?

Back

In his counting-house.

Front

Define 'narrator' in the context of a play.

Back

The narrator is the person who tells the story or provides commentary on the events.

Front

What does the term 'greedy' mean?

Back

Having an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth.

Front

Explain the significance of Scrooge's counting-house in the story.

Back

It represents his obsession with money and his isolation from others.

Front

What role does Jacob Marley play in A Christmas Carol?

Back

He is the ghost who warns Scrooge about the consequences of his actions.

Front

What is the main theme introduced in Act 1, Scene 1?

Back

The theme of redemption and the consequences of a life lived without compassion.