WorksheetsReading Comprehension and Vocabulary Worksheet
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 9mins
What does Jacob Marley reveal about Scrooge at the start of Act I?
A Scrooge often gives money to the poor.
B Scrooge was a good friend to Marley.
C Scrooge likes cold, dark winter days.
D Scrooge is a lonely, miserly man.
Which phrase BEST describes a miser?
A kind and giving
B greedy and stingy
C loving and outgoing
D responsible and hard working
In Act I of A Christmas Carol, Scrooge's nephew calls him "impossible." Bob Cratchit replies, "Oh, mind him not, sir. He's getting on in years, and he's alone. He's noticed your visit. I'll wager your visit has warmed him." What does this MOST LIKELY suggest about Cratchit?
He fears Scrooge and plans to find a new job.
He cares for Scrooge so he will inherit Scrooge's firm.
He defends Scrooge's behavior hoping for more pay.
He understands Scrooge and feels sorry for him.
Which word BEST describes the mood of someone who is morose?
A bored
B gloomy
C cheerful
D thoughtful
Which is the BEST example of covetous behavior?
George cheered when Caleb won an award.
Alissa dreamed of traveling to exotic places.
Sarah wanted a guitar like Jordan's.
John baked a pie and shared it with friends.
Why does Marley visit Scrooge in Act I?
to ask about their business
to talk about old times
to save Scrooge from his fate
to ask Scrooge to donate to the poor
What do we learn about Scrooge's childhood when he sees himself at school?
He was alone and lonely.
He was afraid of ghosts.
He cared only about money.
He was his teacher's favorite student.
What does Scrooge do to show he is uneasy when he goes home in Act I?
He eats gruel for dinner.
He threatens a boy singing.
He looks under the sofa and table.
He counts his money.
Why does Scrooge object to people having fun at Christmas in Act I?
He thinks Christmas is only for children.
He only cares about money and sees Christmas as a distraction.
He is sad because Marley died at Christmas.
He secretly likes Christmas but pretends not to.
Read the following speech from Act I.
Marley: I wear the chain I forged in life. I made it link by link, and yard by yard. Would you know, Scrooge, the weight and length of the strong coil you bear yourself? It was as heavy and long as this, seven Christmas Eves ago. You have labored on it since. It is a ponderous chain.
Which BEST describes Marley's meaning?
He means that Scrooge always carries his money with him.
He means that Scrooge should go to prison for not helping others.
He means that Scrooge's obsession with money has ruined his character and he will suffer for it.
He means to celebrate all of Scrooge's accomplishments.
How does Scrooge treat Bob Cratchit?
He is kind and gives Bob extra money.
He ignores Bob but pays him well.
He is strict and keeps the office cold.
He lets Bob take many days off.
How does Scrooge respond to the charity collectors?
He gives them a large donation.
He promises to donate later.
He refuses to help and says the poor should use workhouses.
He asks them to come back on Christmas Day.
Why does Marley wear heavy chains?
He stole money when he was alive.
The chains show the selfish life he lived.
He wears them to scare Scrooge.
Other ghosts put them on him.
Which theme is introduced in Act I?
The power of friendship
The importance of money
The need for kindness and generosity
Money can solve all problems
Which statement best shows an early theme in Scrooge’s behavior?
People who work hard always become wealthy.
Christmas should be celebrated with big parties.
A selfish life leads to loneliness and regret.
Strength is important in life.
What does Scrooge say when his nephew invites him to Christmas dinner?
He asks if Bob Cratchit is invited.
He refuses and says Christmas is a waste of time.
He offers to host the dinner.
He accepts the invitation.
How does Scrooge react when he sees Marley's ghost?
He is terrified and tries to deny its existence.
He immediately asks Marley for forgiveness.
He invites Marley to sit by the fire.
He laughs and thinks it is a joke.
What does Marley want Scrooge to learn?
Work harder.
Value friendship and generosity.
Save more money.
Dangers of traveling at night.
