Text Dependent Questions for 'A Christmas Carol' Script

What does the Storyteller mean by stating, "Let me say again that old Marley is dead"? Why is this important for the audience to understand?

• To emphasize Marley's death as a crucial plot point.

• To introduce a new character related to Marley.

• To create suspense about Marley's fate.

• To suggest that Marley might return later in the story.

How does Scrooge's reaction to Cratchit's request for coal reflect his character?

• It shows his generosity and kindness.

• It highlights his indifference and lack of empathy.

• It demonstrates his willingness to compromise.

• It reflects his fear of spending money.

In what ways does Fred challenge Scrooge’s views on Christmas? How does Scrooge respond to Fred’s invitation to dinner?

• Fred challenges Scrooge by showing him the joy of Christmas and Scrooge declines the invitation.

• Fred challenges Scrooge by ignoring him and Scrooge accepts the invitation.

• Fred challenges Scrooge by agreeing with him and Scrooge declines the invitation.

• Fred challenges Scrooge by mocking Christmas and Scrooge accepts the invitation.

What can be inferred about Scrooge’s view on wealth and happiness from his conversation with Fred?

• Scrooge believes wealth is essential for happiness.

• Scrooge thinks happiness is more important than wealth.

• Scrooge is indifferent to both wealth and happiness.

• Scrooge believes wealth and happiness are unrelated.

How does Marley’s ghost describe the chains he drags? What do these chains symbolize in relation to Scrooge’s life?

• The chains are made of cash boxes, keys, padlocks, ledgers, deeds, and heavy purses wrought in steel, symbolizing Scrooge's greed and obsession with wealth.

• The chains are made of flowers and ribbons, symbolizing Scrooge's lost opportunities for love and happiness.

• The chains are made of books and scrolls, symbolizing Scrooge's thirst for knowledge and wisdom.

• The chains are made of musical notes and instruments, symbolizing Scrooge's unfulfilled artistic talents.

What does Marley mean when he says, "Mankind should have been my business"? How does this statement foreshadow Scrooge’s journey?

• Marley regrets not being more charitable and warns Scrooge to change.

• Marley is proud of his business achievements and wants Scrooge to follow.

• Marley believes that Scrooge should focus more on his financial success.

• Marley thinks that Scrooge should avoid helping others to succeed.

When the Ghost of Christmas Past appears, what is Scrooge’s initial reaction? What does this reveal about his state of mind?

• Scrooge is indifferent and dismissive, showing his lack of concern.

• Scrooge is frightened and anxious, revealing his vulnerability.

• Scrooge is joyful and excited, indicating his eagerness to change.

• Scrooge is angry and confrontational, demonstrating his stubbornness.

What is the significance of Fezziwig’s Christmas party in Scrooge’s past, and how does it contrast with Scrooge’s current attitude toward Christmas?

• Fezziwig's party was a joyful celebration, highlighting Scrooge's past happiness, contrasting with his current disdain for Christmas.

• Fezziwig's party was a somber event, similar to Scrooge's current attitude toward Christmas.

• Fezziwig's party was insignificant and had no impact on Scrooge's view of Christmas.

• Fezziwig's party was a lavish affair, which made Scrooge envious and resentful of Christmas.

What does Tiny Tim’s joyful proclamation, "And God bless us, every one!" reveal about his character and the Cratchit family’s values?

• It shows their wealth and prosperity.

• It reveals their bitterness and resentment.

• It highlights their gratitude and optimism.

• It indicates their indifference to others.

How does Scrooge’s transformation by the end of the story illustrate the theme of redemption?

• By showing his change in attitude towards Christmas and generosity.

• By maintaining his miserly ways and refusing to change.

• By moving to a different town and starting a new life.

• By ignoring the lessons taught by the spirits.