WorksheetsA Christmas Carol Review
Total questions: 19
Worksheet time: 28mins
What is the name of Scrooge's nephew?
Tiny Tim
George
Bob
Fred
Who comes to ask Scrooge to spend Christmas with his family in Stave I?
Mrs. Cratchit, Scrooge's clerk's wife
Mr. Fezziwig, Scrooge's former boss
Marley, Scrooge's business partner
Fred, Scrooge's nephew
When asked for a donation for the poor in Stave I, where does Scrooge suggest those without means go?
To prisons and workhouses
To their own relatives
To the Church
In exchange for giving him Christmas Day off, what must Scrooge's clerk, Bob, promise?
To agree to being docked for the day off
To come in early the next day
To give him a full day of work the following weekend
To stay late that night
Which ghost resembled a candle?
the Ghost of Christmas Past
the Ghost of Christmas Present
the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
Marley
EXCERPT: "The door of Scrooge’s counting-house was open that he might keep his eye upon his clerk, who in a dismal little cell beyond, a sort of tank, was copying letters. Scrooge had a very small fire, but the clerk’s fire was so very much smaller that it looked like one coal. But he couldn’t replenish it, for Scrooge kept the coal-box in his own room; and so surely as the clerk came in with the shovel, the master predicted that it would be necessary for them to part."
In Stave I of A Christmas Carol, what do Scrooge's actions toward his clerk suggest about their relationship?
Scrooge keeps the door open to communicate better with his clerk.
Scrooge keeps the door open because he does not trust his clerk.
Scrooge keeps the door open to share the fire with his clerk.
Scrooge keeps the door open to force his clerk to ask for the shovel.
EXCERPT: “Christmas a humbug, uncle!” said Scrooge’s nephew. “You don’t mean that, I am sure."
“I do,” said Scrooge. “Merry Christmas! what right have you to be merry? what reason have you to be merry? You’re poor enough."
“Come, then,” returned the nephew gaily. “What right have you to be dismal? what reason have you to be morose? You’re rich enough.”
In Stave I of A Christmas Carol, how does Scrooge's nephew perceive his uncle?
Scrooge’s nephew believes that his uncle should be spending his money on Christmas.
Scrooge’s nephew understands why his uncle wants to keep his office open on Christmas.
Scrooge’s nephew feels that his uncle does not take the holidays as seriously as he should.
Scrooge’s nephew does not understand why Scrooge is disgruntled with the holidays.
EXCERPT: “I was only going to say,” said Scrooge’s nephew, “that the consequence of his taking a dislike to us, and not making merry with us, is, as I think, that he loses some pleasant moments, which could do him no harm. I am sure he loses pleasanter companions than he can find in his own thoughts, either in his mouldy old office, or his dusty chambers. I mean to give him the same chance every year, whether he likes it or not, for I pity him. He may rail at Christmas till he dies, but he can’t help thinking better of it—I defy him—if he finds me going there, in good temper, year after year, and saying Uncle Scrooge, how are you? If it only puts him in the vein to leave his poor clerk fifty pounds, that’s something; and I think I shook him yesterday.”
How does Fred’s perception of Scrooge differ from the perception of the other characters?
Fred knows that Scrooge is sad and disappointed by not having a family with whom to share the holidays.
Fred persists and believes that even if he can make a small impact on Scrooge and Scrooge’s actions toward others, it would be worth it.
Fred feels that Scrooge wants to treat those around him kindly, but just does not know how to act.
Fred thinks that Scrooge only treats those around him without care because no one has ever truly cared for him.
Which of these does NOT describe the mood in Stave I of A Christmas Carol?
A house without light appears hidden behind a "fog and frost" that hangs around the house.
A bowl of gruel is being warm on a fire that is very low, especially for a night that is bitter cold.
The rooms are gloomy, dark and hidden behind heavy doors.
Living greens and glistening berries hang from the ceiling.
Which of these events occurs FIRST in Stave II with the Ghost of Christmas Past?
Scrooge tells the Ghost that he regrets not giving something to the boy singing Christmas carols.
Scrooge sees Belle as a beautiful woman in the prime of her life, with a loving family, home, and husband.
Scrooge returns to his childhood with the Ghost of Christmas Past and sees himself as a young boy, alone at his school.
Scrooge begs the Ghost to leave the past and return to the present because he can no longer bear it.
How does the Ghost of Christmas Past’s perspective about Fezziwig affect Scrooge?
Scrooge says to the Ghost that Fezziwig was a good businessman, revealing that Scrooge wants to run his office differently.
Scrooge says that the Ghost is wrong about Fezziwig, revealing that Scrooge remembers his own youth better than he thought he did.
Scrooge explains to the Ghost why Fezziwig's actions are so important, revealing that Scrooge is starting to value the importance of treating others kindly.
Scrooge begs the Ghost to let him stay at the party, revealing that Scrooge misses the company and friendship of others.
Which event occurs AFTER Scrooge sees himself with his old boss, Fezziwig, in Stave II while with the Ghost of Christmas Past?
Scrooge sees Belle as a beautiful woman in the prime of her life, with a loving family, home, and husband.
Scrooge says to the Ghost that he wishes he could say a few words to his clerk.
Scrooge tells the Ghost that he regrets not giving something to the boy singing Christmas carols.
Scrooge begs the Ghost to leave the past and return to the present because he can no longer bear it.
EXCERPT: The quarter was so long, that he was more than once convinced he must have sunk into a doze unconsciously, and missed the clock. At length it broke upon his listening ear.
“Ding, dong!”
“A quarter past,” said Scrooge, counting.
“Ding, dong!”
“Half past!” said Scrooge.
“Ding, dong!”
“A quarter to it,” said Scrooge.
“Ding, dong!”
“The hour itself,” said Scrooge, triumphantly, “and nothing else!”
He spoke before the hour bell sounded, which it now did with a deep, dull, hollow, melancholy ONE. Light flashed up in the room upon the instant, and the curtains of his bed were drawn.
What impact does the author’s use of repetition and sound devices have on the reader’s understanding of Scrooge’s character?
The use of repetition and sound devices help the reader better understand Scrooge’s anxiety and uncertainty.
The use of repetition and sound devices help the reader better understand Scrooge’s doubt and frustration.
The use of repetition and sound devices help the reader better understand Scrooge’s loneliness and solitude.
The use of repetition and sound devices help the reader better understand Scrooge’s ignorance and bewilderment.
While with the Ghost of Christmas Present in Stave III, Scrooge learns that Tiny Tim will die if his life doesn't change. How does Scrooge react to this?
Scrooge shows remorse for his previous lack of compassion.
Scrooge cannot bear to watch the Cratchit family celebrate Christmas.
Scrooge realizes that he needs to provide better working conditions in his office.
Scrooge shows pity for the Cratchit family members and their living situation.
In Stave IV of A Christmas Carol, the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come is silent and does not show it's face to Scrooge. What mood does this create?
This creates a slow and quiet mood, which leaves a feeling of peace and calm in Scrooge.
This creates a wild and chaotic mood, which causes a feeling of confusion and anxiety in Scrooge.
This creates a dark and uncertain mood, which causes a feeling of dread and fear in Scrooge.
This creates an evil and cruel mood, which causes a feeling of hatred and outrage in Scrooge.
Which craft move does the author use within the text’s structure in Stave IV to build toward the climax?
Dickens uses dialogue between the ghost and the other characters to show that Scrooge is the dead man.
Dickens crafts scenes with hints that lead the reader to predict that Scrooge will find himself as the dead man.
Dickens uses the ghost as a narrator to explain to the reader that the dead man is indeed Scrooge.
Dickens uses foreshadowing to suggest to the reader that the dead man is Scrooge in the future.
How does the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come differ from the Ghost of Christmas Present?
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come appears mysterious and menacing while the Ghost of Christmas Present brings thoughts and feelings of joy.
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come demands respect from Scrooge while the Ghost of Christmas Present attempts to become Scrooge’s friend
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come knows nothing about Scrooge while the Ghost of Christmas Present understands Scrooge’s fears and doubts.
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come is optimistic about Scrooge’s future while the Ghost of Christmas Present is pessimistic about his future.
After Scrooge realizes that the dead man is himself in Stave IV, how does feel?
Scrooge is confused and frustrated because he does not comprehend that he is the dead man.
Scrooge is depressed because even though he is apologetic, he realizes that he cannot escape his fate.
Scrooge is filled with regret and remorse when he realizes that he is the man who has died.
Scrooge is afraid of the ghost and says what he thinks the ghost wants to hear.
Think about Staves I-V of A Christmas Carol. What does Scrooge learn about life in A Christmas Carol?
Scrooge learns that it is necessary to take care of those who are less fortunate, especially by giving them money.
Scrooge learns that not having certain possessions can destroy a family.
Scrooge learns that even though he has grown increasingly wealthy and has more money than he could ever need, he is missing human contact and joy in his life.
Scrooge learns that money is very important in a relationship, and not having money could affect the relationship negatively.
