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WorksheetsA Christmas Carol Staves 3-5 review
Total questions: 172
Worksheet time: 4hrs 34mins
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
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
What does the Ghost of Christmas Present symbolize (represent)?
money and power
poverty/poor
the christmas spirit - joy and merriment
what's happening in the world today
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.
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.
Which lesson is taught to Scrooge by the events of his encounter with the Ghost of Christmas Present? (Major takeaway...THEME)
He is missing out on having “plenty” of money because he is only concerned with having fun.
He is missing out on having “plenty” of love and happiness with friends and family due to his desire to have “plenty” of money.
He needs to be more focused on his business because he is quickly running out of money, and his friends and family won’t like him if he doesn’t have money.
He needs to be kinder to the ghosts in order to have “plenty” of friendship from them.
Who said, "God bless us, everyone!"
Martha
Mrs. Cratchit
Mr. Cratchit
Tiny Tim
What surprise does Mr. Cratchit have for his son, Peter?
He is arranging employment for him.
He is allowed to go hunting after Thanksgiving dinner.
He is in charge of taking Tiny Tim to church next week.
His godfather is Mr. Scrooge.
Why did the spirit take Scrooge to the community of miners, the lighthouse, and the ship at sea?
to show Scrooge where he will never be invited
to show Scrooge more of his past
to show Scrooge where his mother grew up because he'd never seen it
to show Scrooge that people are happy on Christmas no matter what their circumstances are
What does the child named "Want" represent?
all of the poor in society who are in great want of basic necessities
all of the material things that people want
all of the rich people and the stuff that they want to acquire
What are the names of the children with the spirit?
Ignorance & Want
Happy & Sad
Full & Hungry
Ebenezer & Alfred
What does the child named "Ignorance" represent?
the wealthy, like Scrooge, who are ignorant to the lives of the poor
the poor who are ignorant to the lives of the wealthy
the 3 spirits that visited Scrooge
"It was a great surprise of Scrooge, while listening to the moaning of the wind...." Which figurative language is used here?
personification
alliteration
metaphor
simile
When Fred and his friends were playing the game of "Yes and No", who was the answer that was a savage, unwanted, grunting, animal who roams the streets of London?
Uncle Scrooge
the Ghost of Christmas Past
Bob Cratchit
Martha Cratchit
Scrooge's nephew, Fred, said that he could never be angry with Scrooge because why?
he felt so sorry for him
he knew he wasn't really rich
he knew he was going to die anyway
he had many wonderful and happy memories with him from the past
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
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
What does the Ghost of Christmas Present symbolize (represent)?
money and power
poverty/poor
the christmas spirit - joy and merriment
what's happening in the world today
Complete the quote from The Ghost of Christmas Present . “Come in. and know me _______, man!”
better
well
worse
in Stave 3, we find out that Fred feels _______ for his uncle Scrooge.
sorry
happy
sad
excited
The Ghost of Christmas Present has an empty scabbard which represents
peace
war
poverty
wealth
Which of the following phrases does The Ghost of Christmas Present repeat back to Scrooge to make him feel guilty.
'are there no prisons?'
'humbug'
'I hate Christmas'
'a poor excuse to pick a man's pocket'
In Stave 3, Scrooge sees the following locations (pick them all):
Fred's house
Bob's house
Fran's house
The mines
Complete the quote about Ignorance and Want 'Yellow, meagre, scowling, ________'
hungry
doglike
wolfish
catish
Mrs Cratchit is described as being ‘brave’ in what?
ruins
ribbons
rags
relics
Who does the spirit say these children (ignorance and want) belong to?
Scrooge
Fred
Man
The government
What is the name of the Cratchits’ sick child?
Tiny Tom
Fred
George
Tiny Tim
Who does Bob Cratchit name the ‘founder of the feast’?
Scrooge
Tiny Tim
Fred
Bob
Which ghost appears to Scrooge at the END of Stave 3?
Ghost of Christmas Past
Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
Jacob Marley
Finish the quotation from Stave 3: ‘He… beheld a _______ phantom.’
solemn
dark
sad
frightful
How does Scrooge start to feel at the end of Stave 3?
Happy
Angry
Fearful
Excited
What motivated Scrooge to search for the second spirit?
He heard a high pitched laugh.
He saw a ghostly light coming from the other room.
He heard a t-kettle whistling.
He smelled all the good food.
How many brothers does the spirit have?
250
8
over 1800
under 1500
How was Scrooge able to fly with the 2nd spirit?
He touched the spirit's robe.
The spirit touched his heart.
He followed behind the spirit.
The spirit touched him with his torch.
When the Ghost of Christmas Present sprinkled the torch how did it affect people?
People's wishes were granted.
People got along better & were filled with some extra joy.
It began to snow and the snow was beautiful.
The sun began to shine.
Why did Martha come out of hiding early?
She thought Mr. Cratchit already knew she was there.
Her mother told her to come out.
She felt bad that her father was so disappointed.
She got hungry for the goose.
"And how did Little Tim behave?" asked Mrs. Cratchit. "As good as gold, " said Bob, "and better."
What did Mr. Cratchit mean by this response?
He wondered how Tim behaved.
Tiny Tim behaved as good as everyone else.
Tiny Tim behaved better than the best.
Tiny Tim behaves so he won't get in trouble.
Read these lines from the Book of John 5:8 - "Then Jesus said to him, "Get up! Pick up your mat and walk. " At once the man was cured; he picked up his mat and walked.
Which event from the novel refers to these lines.
Tiny Tim sits on Mr. Cratchit's shoulders.
Tiny Tim is carried to church by Mr. Cratchit.
Tiny Tim hopes that the people at church will look at him and be reminded of Jesus.
Tiny Tim is happy to see his mother after church.
Who said, "God bless us, everyone!"
Martha
Mrs. Cratchit
Peter Cratchit
Tiny Tim
Who does not want to wish good health to Mr. Scrooge?
Mrs. Scrooge
Mrs. Cratchit
Mr. Cratchit
Scrooge's nephew
When the spirit said, "If he be like to die, he had better do so and decrease the surplus population, " what was he doing?
He was referring to Scrooge, because no one would care if he died.
He was referring to a poor man who begged for money; he was trying to make a point.
He was referring to Mr. Cratchit, who does not make enough money to support his family.
He was referring to Tiny Tim, but using Scrooge's own words against him.
What surprise does Mr. Cratchit have for his son, Peter?
He is arranging employment for him.
He is allowed to go hunting after Thanksgiving dinner.
He is in charge of taking Tiny Tim to church next week.
His godfather is Mr. Scrooge.
"I see a vacant seat," replied the ghost, "in the poor chimney corner, and a crutch without an owner, careful preserved. " What do these lines mean?
Tiny Tim takes very good care of his crutch.
There is always room for one more for dinner at the Cratchit house.
Tiny Tim has trouble keeping up with cleaning the chimney.
If things do not change, Tiny Tim will not live.
Why did the spirit take Scrooge to the community of miners, the lighthouse, and the ship at sea?
to show Scrooge where he will never be invited
to show Scrooge more of his past
to show Scrooge where his mother grew up because he'd never seen it
to show Scrooge that people can be joyful on Christmas no matter what their circumstances are
What is Scrooge's reaction to his nephew Fred's party?
He has a great time watching them play games & even tries to join in.
He is angry with Fred for getting married to someone without money.
He becomes upset because no one can see him and he can't join in.
He remembers all of the games he used to play with Mr. Cratchit.
What are the names of the children with the spirit?
Ignorance & Want
Happy & Sad
Full & Hungry
Ebenezer & Alfred
What does the child named "Want" represent?
all of the poor in society who are in great want of basic necessities
all of the material things that people want
all of the rich people and the stuff that they want to acquire
What does the child named "Ignorance" represent?
the wealthy, like Scrooge, who are ignorant to the lives of the poor
the poor who are ignorant to the lives of the wealthy
the 3 spirits that visited Scrooge
What does the spirit say to Scrooge when Scrooge asks if the children have no place of refuge? CHOOSE ALL THAT APPLY.
Are there no prisons?
Are there no workhouses?
Is there no food?
Are they starving?
What did Scrooge learn about the spirit?
He would be dying at midnight.
He was the father of the children.
He was friends with Scrooge when he was young.
He longs to eat baked goose.
"It was a great surprise of Scrooge, while listening to the moaning of the wind...." Which figurative language is used here?
personification
alliteration
metaphor
simile
Who said, "His wealth is of no use to him. He doesn't do anything with it. He doesn't make himself comfortable with it. He hasn't the satisfaction of thinking -ha-ha-ha!- that he is ever going to benefit us with it."
Mr. Cratchit
Scrooge's nephew, Fred
the portly gentleman
the 2nd spirit
When Fred and his friends were playing the game of "Yes and No", who was the answer that was a savage, unwanted, grunting, animal who roams the streets of London?
Uncle Scrooge
the Ghost of Christmas Past
Bob Cratchit
Martha Cratchit
Scrooge's nephew, Fred, said that he could never be angry with Scrooge because why?
he felt so sorry for him
he knew he wasn't really rich
he knew he was going to die anyway
he had many wonderful and happy memories with him from the past
How is the arrival of the Ghost of Christmas Present different from the previous two ghosts?
He throws open Scrooge's bed curtains.
Scrooge has to go to the spirit, who is in a different room.
He arrives with a huge clap of thunder.
Which of the following is NOT one of the changes in the room?
a giant spirit
a pile of food
a big gray wolf
The Ghost of Christmas Present has over 1,800
children
brothers
cousins
What happens when the ghost sprinkles incense from his torch on people?
They are convinced to donate to help the poor.
They forget their worries and anger and become happy.
They begin to fight with each other.
What is the first stop on the Ghost of Christmas Present and Scrooge's journey?
Marley's grave
Scrooge's nephew's house
Bob Cratchit's house
Why does Tiny Tim hope people at church see him?
He thinks seeing him would help them remember Jesus.
He thinks people would feel sorry for him.
He hopes people will donate money to his family.
What does the Ghost of Christmas Present say is likely going to happen to Tiny Tim?
He will die.
He will get better.
He will grow up to rule England.
What does Bob Cratchit want to do that makes his wife angry?
He wants to give thanks to Scrooge.
He wants to punish the children.
He wants to eat first.
How does Fred feel about his uncle Scrooge?
He hates him for his meanness.
He pities him for his hatred of others.
He loves him for his generosity.
During the "Yes and No" game, what animal is Fred describing?
a rat
a troll
Scrooge
What will happen to the Ghost of Christmas Present at the stroke of midnight?
He will take Scrooge home.
He will become the Ghost of Christmas Past.
His time on earth (his life) will end.
What is hiding underneath the Spirit's robes?
Two miserable children
Two ugly dogs
A magnificent feast
What is the name of these two things?
Love and Hate
Ugly and Wretched
Ignorance and Want
According to the Spirit, which one is the most dangerous?
Ignorance
Hate
Want
When Scrooge looks up after the departure of the Spirit, what does he see?
Tiny Tim's grave.
A hooded phantom coming toward him.
His own grave.
Where was the dead man as the women stole the clothes off him and the sheets and bed curtains from around him?
in a grave
in his bed
in a car
on the floor
What does Scrooge see when he looks through the window of his office building?
He sees his future self working hard as always.
He sees his future self enjoying a cup of tea with Bob Cratchit.
He sees an empty office.
He sees different furniture and someone else working there.
What was Scrooge's reaction when the last of the three spirits approached him?
Scrooge was happy and rushed over to greet him.
Scrooge knelt down, trembling.
Scrooge ran the other way.
Scrooge began to cry.
What promise did Scrooge make to the spirit if he were allowed to live?
He will be even greedier than he was before so he can make more money to save Tiny Tim.
He will donate all of his money to the poor.
He will honor Christmas and remember the lessons the spirits taught him.
He will help to build more prisons and union workhouses for the poor.
What did Charles Dickens do to make the the phantom spirit in this stave so spooky?
The phantom screams.
The phantom has a spooky laugh.
The phantom has a spooky face.
The phantom doesn't speak.
What part of the plot is it when Scrooge makes his promise to the spirit?
Exposition
Resolution
climax
falling action
What is the main conflict of this novel?
Scrooge must be willing to give Bob Cratchit a raise.
Scrooge should be throwing Christmas parties for his employee.
Scrooge must realize he needs to lead a generous life and care for people.
Scrooge must change his profession.
What is Scrooge's reaction when he finally realizes that he is the "dead man" the people have been referring to?
He says, "No, Spirit! Oh no, no!"
He says, "Oh my gosh, I'm such an idiot!"
He says, "That can't be right, I'm not dead!"
He says, "Of course, that makes sense!"
What merchandise does the charwoman sell to Old Joe?
Canned good and blankets
A gold watch and a coat
Candlesticks and a broach
Blankets, bed curtains, and clothing
The Spirit of Christmas Yet to Come shows Scrooge the Cratchit family after the death of Tiny Tim.
What promise did Bob Cratchit make to his son?
He would visit his grave every Sunday.
He would keep his little crutch forever.
He would get a new job.
He would never be happy again.
What type of irony does Charles Dickens use repeatedly throughout this stave?
situational irony
dramatic irony
verbal irony
A group of businessmen were talking about the man who died and his funeral. What did one of them say must happen at the funeral if he was to attend it?
They must sing Christmas Carols.
It must not be very long.
They must provide a lunch.
They must be allowed to wear red gloves.
What was Scrooge thinking as he looked at the dead body covered in a sheet?
It must be terrible to die alone!
When will this visit end?
Being rich is worth being alone at the end of one's life.
Where did the spirit ultimately bring Scrooge when Scrooge asked to go see his own house?
the Exchange
Scrooge's place of business
the church graveyard
Bob Cratchit's house
Who does Scrooge thank for his experience when he awakens after visiting with the spirits?
Bob Cratchit
God
Jacob Marley
Why is Scrooge confused about the day when he finally does wake up?
He forgot that it was the Christmas season.
It is much warmer out now than it was when he went to bed.
He thinks he slept for three days because of the spirits' visits.
What does Scrooge ask the young man outside of his window to do for him?
Buy a giant turkey and send it to the Cratchit house.
Clean up his yard.
Take a message to Bob Cratchit giving him the whole week off.
In what way is Scrooge's behavior different when he wakes up?
He is angrier than ever.
He is sad because of all the time he wasted being miserable.
He is happy and jolly and full of life.
What does Scrooge do when he meets the portly gentlemen who had stopped by his house the previous day?
He tells them merry Christmas and says they are doing good work.
He promises to donate a large sum of money to their cause.
He tells them both about his experiences while they enjoy a meal together.
How do Fred and his wife treat Scrooge when he shows up at their house on Christmas morning?
They turn him away because of how poorly he has treated Fred all these years.
They immediately welcome him in and treat him like a member of the family.
They reluctantly let him in and proceed to ignore him for his whole visit.
What trick did Scrooge play on Bob Cratchit the morning after Christmas?
He pretended to be angry that Bob was late for work.
He locked the door and refused to let Bob in.
He pretended that he couldn't see or hear Bob.
What is Bob's initial reaction to Scrooge's sudden change of heart?
He hugs and thanks him.
He runs away screaming.
He thinks about knocking him out and having him taken to an asylum.
What does Scrooge want to do for Bob?
raise his salary
pay his mortgage
have a drink with him
all of these
What ends up happening to Tiny Tim?
Sadly, he dies anyway.
He does not die and gets better.
He leaves town and never returns.
To whom does Scrooge become like a second father?
Bob Cratchit
Fred
Tiny Tim
How does Scrooge's reputation change?
He is now known for being a better businessman.
He gives all his money away and is seen as foolish.
He is known to keep the spirit of Christmas better than anyone else.
How do others feel about Scrooge?
They think he is a really nice man and always visit him.
They think he is negative and avoid him at all costs.
They think he is generous since he is rich and helps the poor.
They think that he is dangerous because he killed his partner and now his ghost haunts him.
What evidence best supports your answer above about how others feel about Scrooge?
"But what did Scrooge care? It was the very thing he liked."
"he iced his office in the dog-days; and didn't thaw it one degree at Christmas."
"They often "came down" handsomely, and Scrooge never did.
"Nobody never stopped him in the street to say, with gladsome looks "My dear Scrooge, how are you?"
Which of the spirit does not speak to Scrooge?
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
The Ghost of Christmas Past
The Ghost of Christmas Present
All spirits speak to Scrooge.
What is Jacob Marley forced to drag about as a result of his sinful life?
A huge safe full of lead
Heavy chains forged from ledgers and lockboxes
An ox cart piled with gold
A cross made of gold
Why does Scrooge like darkness?
It helps him sleep.
It helps him to forget his past.
It hides the ghosts from his eyes.
It is cheap.
Where does Martha work?
At a milliner's
At a blacksmith's
At a laundress'
At a seamstress'
Who is in the grave in Stave Four?
Bob Cratchit
Ebenezer Scrooge
Tiny Tim
Jacob Marley
In what year was A Christmas Carol written?
1830
1837
1843
1846
Which character is Fred's mother?
Fan
Mrs. Cratchit
Fezziwig
Belle
Why does Belle end her engagement to Scrooge?
Because she falls in love with Fred
Because Scrooge is too poor for her
Because she falls in love with Peter
Because Scrooge is consumed by greed
What is the Ghost of Christmas Present's throne made of?
Food
Gold
Pine needles
Fur
To whom does Scrooge send the Christmas turkey?
Belle
Fred
The Cratchits
Jacob Marley
Who brings Scrooge home from school?
Belle
Fan
Fezziwig
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
Which one of the spirits has a glowing head?
The Ghost of Christmas Present
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
Jacob Marley
The Ghost of Christmas Past
Who appears in Scrooge's door-knocker?
Jacob Marley's ghost
Death
Fan's ghost
The Ghost of Christmas Past
How does Fezziwig die?
He falls ill with pneumonia.
He is struck in the head by a horse's hoof.
Fezziwig does not die in the novel.
Fezziwig does die in the novel, but the manner of his death is unspecified.
Which spirit takes Scrooge to a ship at sea?
The Ghost of Christmas Past
The Ghost of Christmas Present
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
Who inherits Bob Cratchit's shirt?
Tiny Tim
Peter
Fred
Scrooge
Who asks Scrooge for a charitable contribution?
Two merry gentlemen
Two angry gentlemen
Two obsequious gentlemen
Two portly gentlemen
What is Scrooge's typical response to "Merry Christmas"?
Bah! Nonsense!"
"Bah! Humbug!"
Pah! Life's too short!"
"Oh, fiddlesticks!"
Which character utters the famous words, "God bless us, Every one"?
Tiny Tim
Scrooge
Bob Cratchit
The Ghost of Christmas Present
Scrooge's transformation- how did he change? What led him to change? Which ghost had the greatest impact? Be specific.
Is the message of A Christmas Carol still relevant today? Explain in detail.
