Summary of A Christmas Carol: Staves One to Three

Who is Ebenezer Scrooge’s deceased business partner at the start of the story?

• Bob Cratchit

• Jacob Marley

• Fred Scrooge

• Mr Fezziwig

Why does Marley wear chains when he appears to Scrooge?

• Cursed by Christmas visitors

• Trapped by unfinished work

• Bound by Scrooge’s refusal

• Punished for lifelong greed

Which scene from Scrooge’s past reveals his neglected engagement to Belle?

• Boarding school loneliness

• Fan visiting the school

• Mr Fezziwig’s lively party

• Belle ending their relationship

What lesson does the Ghost of Christmas Past mainly show Scrooge?

• London’s poor lack food

• Christmas markets are joyful

• His nephew needs help

• His choices cost him love

At the Cratchit home, what warning does the Ghost of Christmas Present give about Tiny Tim?

• He wants a different job

• He may die without change

• He will recover by spring

• He plans to leave school

Choose the best summary of Scrooge’s attitude in Stave One before the spirits arrive.

• Hopeful, generous, festive

• Fearful, friendly, grateful

• Cold, miserly, hates Christmas

• Curious, helpful, trusting

Which event best shows Mr Fezziwig’s influence on young Scrooge?

• Hosting a warm Christmas party

• Firing Scrooge from apprenticeship

• Giving Scrooge a large fortune

• Sending Scrooge to a new school

If Scrooge wants to avoid Marley’s fate, which action aligns with the spirits’ message?

• Move to escape responsibility

• Seek money above friendship

• Ignore visions, sleep more

• Change, show generosity now

Which spirit shows Scrooge visions of the future, remaining silent while guiding him?

• Ghost of Christmas Past, speaking softly

• Ghost of Christmas Present, laughing loudly

• Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come, silent guide

• Ghost of Marley, warning constantly

What happens to Tiny Tim in the future shown to Scrooge?

• He moves away with the Cratchits

• He dies and is mourned by his family

• He recovers and leads the choir

• He becomes Scrooge’s apprentice