Christmas Carol Test

How does Scrooge's attitude towards Christmas change from the beginning to the end of "A Christmas Carol"?

• He remains indifferent to Christmas throughout the story.

• He grows to despise Christmas even more.

• He becomes more generous and begins to appreciate the spirit of Christmas.

• His attitude does not change; he always loved Christmas.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

In "A Christmas Carol," what figurative language is used to describe Scrooge at the beginning of the story?

• "Scrooge was as jolly as a schoolboy."

• "Scrooge was as solitary as an oyster."

• "Scrooge blossomed like a flower in spring."

• "Scrooge was a ray of sunshine on a cloudy day."

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does the setting of Victorian London contribute to the development of Scrooge's character in "A Christmas Carol"?

• It highlights Scrooge's wealth and generosity.

• It contrasts with Scrooge's miserly behavior through the widespread poverty and need.

• It is irrelevant to Scrooge's character development.

• It emphasizes the joy and happiness that Scrooge brings to the city.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

What is the main difference in the portrayal of the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come between the movie and the play versions of "A Christmas Carol"?

• In the movie, the ghost speaks to Scrooge, while in the play, it remains silent.

• In the play, the ghost is much more frightening than in the movie.

• The ghost is not present in the play version.

• There is no significant difference in the portrayal of the ghost between the two versions.

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7

Which of the following best describes the development of Bob Cratchit's character in "A Christmas Carol"?

• He becomes resentful and bitter towards Scrooge.

• He remains kind-hearted and optimistic despite his hardships.

• He quits his job and finds a better-paying position.

• His character does not develop; he remains static throughout the story.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does the use of figurative language in describing the Cratchit family's Christmas dinner contribute to the theme of the story?

• It emphasizes the wealth and abundance of the Cratchit family.

• It highlights the scarcity but also the love and warmth that fills their home.

• It shows the Cratchit family's indifference towards Christmas.

• It suggests that the Cratchit family is unhappy with their situation.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.5

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

In both the movie and the play versions of "A Christmas Carol," how is the theme of redemption portrayed through Scrooge's transformation?

• Scrooge's transformation is only portrayed in the movie version.

• Scrooge's transformation is sudden and unexplained in both versions.

• Through Scrooge's change of heart, both versions illustrate that it is never too late to amend one's ways and make a positive impact.

• The theme of redemption is not a focus in either version.

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CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What role does the setting of Christmas Eve play in the development of the story's themes in "A Christmas Carol"?

• It is merely a backdrop with no significance to the story's themes.

• It emphasizes the themes of transformation, generosity, and the spirit of giving.

• It highlights the commercial aspects of Christmas, aligning with Scrooge's initial views.

• It serves to contrast the warmth of the holiday with Scrooge's cold demeanor.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

How does the figurative language used to describe the weather at the beginning of "A Christmas Carol" contribute to the setting and mood?

• It creates a warm and inviting atmosphere that contrasts with Scrooge's personality.

• It sets a gloomy and cold mood, mirroring Scrooge's cold-heartedness.

• It describes a sunny and cheerful weather, setting an optimistic tone.

• The weather is not described using figurative language in the story.

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

In comparing the movie and play versions of "A Christmas Carol," how are the spirits' visits to Scrooge differently portrayed?

• The spirits visit Scrooge in a different order in the movie than in the play.

• In the movie, the spirits are more frightening and aggressive towards Scrooge.

• The play includes an additional spirit that is not present in the movie.

• The portrayal of the spirits' visits is consistent between the movie and the play.

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CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

CCSS.RL.7.7