A Christmas Carol: Stave 1

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What is the weather like at the beginning of Stave 1?

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It is cold and foggy.

Front

What is an example of Direct Characterization in 'A Christmas Carol'?

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"Oh! But he was a tight-fisted hand at the grindstone, Scrooge! a squeezing, wrenching, grasping, scraping, clutching, covetous, old sinner!"

Front

What is the setting of 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

19th century London.

Front

Where does Scrooge's nephew invite him for Christmas?

Back

To his house for Christmas Dinner.

Front

In the acronym STEAL, what does the E stand for?

Back

The character's EFFECT on other characters.

Front

What does 'A Christmas Carol' primarily explore?

Back

Themes of redemption, compassion, and the spirit of Christmas.

Front

Who is the main character in 'A Christmas Carol'?

Back

Ebenezer Scrooge.

Front

What is Scrooge's attitude towards Christmas at the beginning of the story?

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He is dismissive and scornful.

Front

What does the term 'stave' refer to in the context of 'A Christmas Carol'?

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A stave is a chapter or section of the story.

Front

What is the significance of the Ghost of Christmas Past?

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It shows Scrooge his past to help him understand his current behavior.