Characters and Themes in A Christmas Carol

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What is narrative writing?

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Writing that entertains the reader, often telling a story.

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What is the purpose of expository writing?

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To inform the reader about a specific topic.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To use evidence and reason to reach a conclusion.

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What is situational irony?

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When an outcome is opposite of what is expected.

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Who is Bob Cratchit in A Christmas Carol?

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Scrooge's clerk.

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What is a theme in literature?

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A central idea or message conveyed in a story.

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What does the character Ebenezer Scrooge represent?

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Greed and the potential for redemption.

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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.

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What role does Tiny Tim play in A Christmas Carol?

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He symbolizes innocence and the impact of social injustice.

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What is the moral lesson of A Christmas Carol?

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The importance of compassion, generosity, and the spirit of Christmas.