"A Christmas Carol" Act I - Test Review

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What impression do the men visiting Scrooge have of him in Act I of A Christmas Carol?

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They find Scrooge hardhearted and cruel.

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What does the word 'function' mean?

Back

To operate or work.

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What does the prefix 'mal-' imply in the word 'malfunction'?

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It implies a negative or bad condition.

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What is the definition of 'malfunction'?

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To fail to perform as expected.

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What does Marley mean when he talks about Scrooge's obsession with profit?

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He means that Scrooge’s obsession with profit has ruined his character.

Front

Which verb form agrees with the compound subject 'Marley or Fred'?

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Marley or Fred speaks to Scrooge, but is the effort wasted?

Front

What does Jacob Marley reveal about Ebenezer Scrooge at the beginning of Act I?

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Scrooge is a solitary, miserly man.

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What is the main theme of A Christmas Carol?

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Redemption and the impact of one's actions on others.

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Who is the author of A Christmas Carol?

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Charles Dickens.

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What is the significance of the character Jacob Marley?

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He represents the consequences of a life lived without compassion.