WorksheetsComprehension Check Act I; Scene 1-2
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
1.) In what year is the play set?
a)
1843
b)
1899
c)
1903
d)
1875
2.
2a.) Using context clues, what is the best definition of morose?
a)
gloomy; grumpy
b)
cheerful; merry
c)
frustrating; discouraging
d)
playful; humorous
3.
2b.) How does the word merry help you figure out the meaning of morose?
a)
They are synonyms.
b)
They are antonyms.
4.
3.) What is Scrooge's relationship like with his nephew?
a)
They have a wonderful relationship. They are very close with one another.
b)
It is not a great relationship. Scrooge doesn't want to be close with his nephew.
c)
They have a strong family bond. They trust and respect each other.
d)
Scrooge's nephew looks up to him. He wants to be just like his uncle.
5.
4.) How long ago did Jacob Marley die?
a)
1 week ago
b)
30 years ago
c)
7 years ago
d)
He has not yet died.
6.
5.) What relationship did Jacob Marley and Scrooge have?
a)
brothers
b)
nephew and uncle
c)
father and son
d)
business partners
7.
6.) What does Scrooge do when the Thin Man and Portly Man come to ask for donations for the poor?
a)
Scrooge refuses to donate, and he suggests the poor be sent to prisons and workhouses for Christmas.
b)
Scrooge donates lots of money to their cause.
c)
Scrooge donates but very little money.
d)
Scrooge asks the men if he can join their cause to help raise more money.
8.
7.) What is Scrooge's attitude toward Christmas at the beginning of the play?
a)
He is excited and joyful about the holiday.
b)
He is indifferent and uninterested.
c)
He is annoyed and dismissive, calling it a waste of time.
d)
He is eager to celebrate with friends and family.
9.
8.) Which character tries to invite Scrooge to Christmas dinner?
a)
Bob Cratchit
b)
Scrooge's nephew Fred
c)
The Thin Man
d)
Jacob Marley
10.
9.) What does Scrooge think should happen to people who cannot support themselves?
a)
They should be invited to his home for Christmas.
b)
They should be given jobs at his business.
c)
They should go to the workhouses or prisons.
d)
They should be helped by the wealthy.
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