Historical Perspectives for A Christmas Carol

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What significant historical event was transforming England's economy during the time A Christmas Carol was written?

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The Industrial Revolution.

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What was happening to London's population during the Industrial Revolution?

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Rapid urban growth.

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Where did young Dickens work near Covent Garden?

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A boot-blacking factory.

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Which tradition did Prince Albert introduce to England?

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Christmas trees.

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How many spirits visit Scrooge in total (including Marley)?

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Four.

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Define the Industrial Revolution.

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A period of significant industrial growth and change in England during the late 18th and early 19th centuries, characterized by the shift from agrarian economies to industrialized ones.

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What impact did the Industrial Revolution have on urbanization?

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It led to rapid urban growth as people moved from rural areas to cities in search of work.

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Explain the significance of the boot-blacking factory in Dickens' life.

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It was where young Dickens worked, which influenced his views on poverty and social issues, themes prevalent in his writings.

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What role did Christmas trees play in Victorian England?

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They became a symbol of Christmas celebration and family gatherings, popularized by Prince Albert.

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Identify the main themes of A Christmas Carol.

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Redemption, social injustice, and the spirit of Christmas.