A Christmas Carol Chapter 2: The Day Gets Colder

After Scrooge's nephew left, who came into his office?

• Two gentlemen

• Two ladies

• Two children

• Two dogs

How long ago did Mr. Marley die?

• 7 days ago

• 7 months ago

• 7 years ago

• 70 years ago

According to the gentlemen, what do the poor lack during Christmas?

• Meat and drink

• Money and gifts

• Warmth and shelter

• Joy and happiness

What is Scrooge's opinion on helping the poor?

• He is willing to donate generously

• He believes it is the responsibility of the government

• He thinks the poor should go to prisons and workhouses

• He wants to remain anonymous in his donations

How does Scrooge respond when asked to contribute to helping the poor?

• He agrees to donate a large sum of money

• He wishes to be left alone and refuses to contribute

• He promises to consider the request and give an answer later

• He agrees to donate but only if he can oversee the distribution

According to Scrooge, what should happen to those who would rather die than seek help?

• They should be given immediate assistance

• They should be left to their own devices

• They should be encouraged to seek professional help

• They should be provided with better resources

How does Scrooge feel after the gentlemen leave his office?

• Content and satisfied

• Confused and uncertain

• Angry and frustrated

• Indifferent and unaffected

What is the weather like as Christmas approaches?

• Sunny and warm

• Rainy and gloomy

• Foggy and cold

• Snowy and icy

How does Scrooge react when a boy sings a Christmas carol at his door?

• He invites the boy inside for a warm meal

• He listens attentively and claps at the end

• He strikes the door and scares the boy away

• He joins in and sings along with the boy

How does Scrooge feel about giving his clerk a day off on Christmas?

• He is happy to grant the day off

• He believes it is unfair to give time off

• He thinks the clerk should work extra hours instead

• He insists the clerk take the entire week off