A Christmas Carol Stave

What can be inferred about Mrs. Cratchit’s feelings regarding Scrooge from the following quote? “The Founder of the Feast indeed!” cried Mrs. Cratchit, reddening. “I wish I had him here. I’d give him a piece of my mind to feast upon and I hope he’d have a good appetite for it.”

• Mrs. Cratchit finds Mr. Scrooge to be a great provider.

• Mrs. Cratchit finds Mr. Scrooge to be very unpleasant.

• Mrs. Cratchit finds Mr. Scrooge to have a large appetite.

• Mrs. Cratchit finds Mr. Scrooge to be very handsome.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

How did Scrooge’s experience with the Ghost of Christmas Past impact his attitude?

• He has a more positive attitude because he realizes that profiting money is what he wants most.

• He has a more positive attitude because he realizes that the ghosts’ messages are important.

• He has a more negative attitude and does not display any kind of change in his behavior.

• He has a more negative attitude because he realizes the ghosts’ messages are not important.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

Which statement describes what can be inferred about the Cratchits from the following? “They were not a handsome family; they were not well dressed; their shoes were far from being water proof; their clothes were scanty; and Peter might have known, and very likely did, the inside of a pawnbroker’s. But they were happy, grateful, pleased with one another, and contented with the time”

• Although the family is poor, they are also foolish and they deserve what they get.

• Although the family is poor, they are also cruel and vicious to others.

• Although the family is poor, they are rich in love and gratitude.

• Although the family is wealthy, they are lacking in love.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The children, Ignorance and Want, symbolize what?

• Baby Dolls

• Hunger

• Homeless People

• the evil in human-kind

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

What does the trip to the Cratchit family’s Christmas dinner reveal about the Ghost of Christmas Present’s message for Scrooge?

• Bob Cratchit has “plenty” of money that makes him happier than family could.

• Bob Cratchit has “plenty” of love from his family that makes him happier than money could.

• Bob Cratchit has “plenty” of food for his large family that makes him happier than money could.

• Bob Cratchit has “plenty” of clothing for his family that makes him happier than money could.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

What does the trip to Fred’s Christmas party reveal about the Ghost of Christmas Present’s message for Scrooge?

• Fred has “plenty” of money to spend on his friends so that they have more fun at his parties.

• Fred plays “plenty” of games with his friends that make him happier than money could.

• Fred has “plenty” of happiness with his friends that makes him happier than money could.

• Fred has “plenty” of bitterness just like his uncle, so they will have a better relationship.

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

Where did the second spirit bring Scrooge?

• into his past

• into his future

• into Marley's past

• into his present

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.9

What is Bob Cratchit's attitude towards Scrooge on Christmas Day?

• he doesn't want to talk about him

• he says he is going to quit working for him

• he admires him and wants to be just like him

• he is thankful and offers a toast to him

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CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

What is Tiny Tim's fate if nothing changes?

• He will grow up a strong healthy man

• He will die

• He will have many kids

• He will work at Scrooge's counting house

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CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

How does the Ghost of Christmas Present spread cheer?

• He yells at people to be happy

• He does not spread cheer at all

• He sprinkles water from his torch onto them

• He shakes their hands and wishes them well