A Christmas Carol: Scrooge and Marley - Act 1

Front

What summarizes what the audience learns about Scrooge after his four visions with the Ghost of Christmas Past?

Back

Scrooge was not a grumpy miser his entire life.

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Front

What is the setting of the play?

Back

London, England - 1843.

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Front

What is dialogue?

Back

A conversation between characters.

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Front

How does Marley describe Scrooge at the beginning of the play?

Back

Scrooge is a solitary, miserly man.

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Front

What reasons does Scrooge give as to why he objects to people enjoying Christmas?

Back

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

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Front

Who is the author of 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

Charles Dickens.

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Front

What is the significance of the Ghost of Christmas Past?

Back

The Ghost of Christmas Past shows Scrooge his earlier life to highlight how he has changed.

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Front

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

Back

It reveals his selfishness and lack of empathy.

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Front

What role does Marley play in Scrooge's transformation?

Back

Marley serves as a warning to Scrooge about the consequences of a life lived without compassion.

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Front

What does Scrooge's relationship with his family indicate?

Back

It indicates his isolation and emotional detachment.

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