Scrooge's redemptive journey | Starter Quiz | Oak National Academy

In stave 1 of 'A Christmas Carol', Scrooge is described as "solitary as an ___".

Answer explanation

In stave 1 of 'A Christmas Carol', Scrooge is described as "solitary as an oyster".

What is Scrooge's attitude towards the poor in stave 1 of 'A Christmas Carol'?

• he empathises with them and wants to help

• he views the poor as lazy and burdensome

• he views the poor as an opportunity to make money

• he views the poor as humble and inspirational

Answer explanation

In stave 1 of the novella, Scrooge views the poor as lazy and burdensome.

What does the Ghost of Christmas Past show Scrooge in stave 2 of 'A Christmas Carol'?

• He shows Scrooge the fate he has in store - his fate is similar to Marley's.

• He shows Scrooge as a baby in his mother's arms, crying out with hunger.

• He shows Scrooge his past relationships with significant people.

• He shows Scrooge the death of his beloved little sister Fan.

• He shows Scrooge the pivotal moments in his past where he made the wrong choices

Answer explanation

The Ghost of Christmas Past shows Scrooge pivotal moments from his past where he made the wrong choices, particularly in his relationships with significant figures such as Belle.

What does the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come teach Scrooge in 'A Christmas Carol'?

• That he made immoral choices in his past relationships.

• The importance of living a selfless and moral life.

• That he should fear death because it is lonely.

• The true meaning of Christmas and how to show Christmas spirit.

• The idea of divine punishment and reward.

Answer explanation

The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come teaches Scrooge not only the value of human life, but more specifically, the importance of living a selfless and moral life, so that a positive legacy can be left behind.

What is meant by the term 'supernatural'?

• Events that are eerie or mysterious but can be explained through science.

• Involving phenomena beyond the scope of scientific understanding or nature.

• Advanced extra-terrestrial civilisations and their technologies.

• A being that is wholly natural and organic.

Answer explanation

The term 'supernatural' is used to refer to any phenomena beyond the scope of scientific understanding or laws of nature.

Through the text 'A Christmas Carol', Dickens promotes values like empathy and charity, and champions the concept of social...

Answer explanation

Through the text 'A Christmas Carol', Dickens promotes values like empathy and charity, and champions the concept of social responsibility.