A Christmas Carol

What is the BEST main idea of Act 1, Scene 2 of A Christmas Carol?

• Because he is miserly and cheap, Scrooge refuses to give Cratchit coal from his coal own-box in order to build a larger flame.
• Although his nephew, Bob Cratchit, and the charity workers are festive, Scrooge's negative attitude toward Christmas causes them to feel disappointed and frustrated.
• Bob Cratchit reluctantly asks Scrooge for Christmas Day off, highlighting Scrooge's reluctance to show generosity even during the holiday season.
• Scrooge reluctantly accepts his nephew's invitation to Christmas dinner, but he is unable to attend because thwo charity workers keep him busy.

What is the BEST summary of Act 1, Scene 2 of "A Christmas Carol?"

• Because he dislikes Christmas, Scrooge refuses to celebrate with his nephew, donate to charity, or allow Cratchit to have the day off without coming in early the next day, which disappoints them. Despite their frustrations, his nephew, the charity workers, and Cratchit maintain their Christmas cheer.
• After barely having enough coal for his fire, Bob Cratchit felt frustrated until Scrooge’s nephew visited, spreading Christmas cheer and inviting them to Christmas dinner. Scrooge refuses to visit, but Cratchit asks for the day off, promising to come in early the next day.
• Throughout his life, Scrooge prioritized financial gain over personal relationships, resulting in his reputation as a ruthless businessman who, despite paying fair wages, remained indifferent to charitable causes during the holiday season.
• When Scrooge’s nephew visits him before Christmas full of cheer, he is disappointed when his uncle calls him a fool and says that Christmas is nonsense. However, because he is a member of Parliament, the nephew holds back his frustration and invites Scrooge to join him for Christmas dinner, which Scrooge rejects.

Based on paragraphs 15-28, what can the reader infer about how Scrooge feels about family gatherings and social celebrations?

• He thinks family only wants him to attend for his money.
• He thinks Christmas is a good time to spend with family.
• He finds family gatherings to be a pointless waste of time.
• He cherishes time spent with family.

Which line from the play indicates that Cratchit feels sympathy for Scrooge?

• Acting cold, are you? Next, you’ll be asking to replenish your coal from my coal-box, won’t you?
• He’s getting on in years, and he’s alone. He’s noticed your visit. I’ll wager your visit has warmed him.
• Well, I don’t know, sir … [The clock’s bell strikes six o’clock.] Well, there it is, eh, six?
• It’s only but once a year … All right, then, sir … well … [Suddenly] Merry Christmas, Mr. Scrooge!

In paragraphs 54-66, how do Scrooge’s comments influence the Thin Man and the Portly Man?

• They are bewildered by his kindness and generosity.
• They are shocked by his desire to stay anonymous after his generous donation.
• They are astonished at his disregard for others.
• They are dismayed by his ability to seek punishment for the poor

Which sentence best shows Scrooge's attitude toward his nephew, Fred?

• “Let me hear another sound from you and you’ll keep your Christmas by losing your situation.” (paragraph 17)
• “to see the perfect pair of you; husbands, with wives and children to support …” (paragraph 34)
• “But I have made the trial in homage to Christmas, and I’ll keep my Christmas humor to the last.” (paragraph 28)
• “Scrooge. I’d rather see myself dead than see myself with your family!” (paragraph 19)

Which of Scrooge’s qualities most influences the events in Act 1, Scene 2 of A Christmas Carol?

• His miserliness,demonstrated by his refusal to donate to charity
• His loneliness, as shown by his rejection of his nephew's dinner invitation
• His bitterness toward Christmas, shown when he says "Bah! Humbug!"
• His cruelty as illustrated by his threats to fire Cratchit and his complaints about paying him for Christmas Day

In the sentence below, what does the word “ Malcontent" most likely mean? “ The malcontent grumbled about every new rule at the meeting, expressing frustration about every rule.:

• A person who is happy and content
• A person who feel indifferent about changes
• A person who is rebellious and dissatisfied
• A person who is too eager to please others