A Christmas Carol Act 1 Vocabulary

Front

What does 'destitute' mean?

Back

Someone experiencing extreme poverty, lacking essential resources.

Front

What is a misanthrope?

Back

A person who hates other people.

Front

What does 'benevolence' refer to?

Back

The quality of being well-meaning and kind; generosity to the poor.

Front

What is a 'void'?

Back

An empty space or gap; a situation where something is missing.

Front

What does 'ponderous' mean?

Back

Heavy and difficult to carry or move.

Front

What is the opposite of 'benevolence'?

Back

Malevolence, which means having a wish to do evil to others.

Front

What does it mean to be 'morose'?

Back

Sullen and ill-tempered; having a gloomy disposition.

Front

What is an example of a 'void' in a conversation?

Back

Silence in a conversation.

Front

What is the least ponderous object?

Back

A piece of paper.

Front

What does 'charity' mean?

Back

The voluntary giving of help, typically in the form of money, to those in need.