Stave 1
Who invites Scrooge to Christmas dinner?
Nephew Fred
Why does Scrooge want to say a word or two to his clerk after observing his old boss Fezziwig?
He sees how well and generous his old boss Fezziwig was and regrets not treating Bob Cratchit the same.
What does the Ghost of Christmas Present look like?
Jolly giant sitting on a throne of food with an antique scabbard and glowing torch
Describe the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come and how he communicates with Scrooge
A grim-reaper like phantom who is shrouded in a deep black garment that conceals its head and face. He does not speak and only points to indicate to Scrooge what he wants him to observe.
What literary device is the following an example of? ""Time seemed to stop for a moment, holding its breath as the spirit gazed."
Personification. Time "holding it's breath"
Why does the ghost of Jacob Marley visit Scrooge in chains?
the chains symbolize the weight of his sins and the life he lived focused solely on material wealth
Why does Scrooge wish he had given the boy who was singing a Christmas Carol at his door something?
Scrooge wishes he had given the boy who was singing a Christmas carol something because it marks a moment of self-awareness and regret for his past selfishness and lack of generosity. The boy, symbolizing the true spirit of Christmas, reminds Scrooge of the joy and fulfillment that comes from giving, something Scrooge had long neglected. This moment reflects the beginning of Scrooge’s emotional awakening, setting the stage for the changes he will undergo throughout the rest of the novella.
What are the names of the starving children under the Ghost's robes?
Ignorance and Want
How did people feel about Scrooge’s death? Why?
-The people selling his things are vengeful because he never gave them money when he was alive.
-Caroline and her husband are grateful because they don't have to pay their debt to him.
-The men at the exchange don't care too much and treat it as an everyday topic.
What literary device is the following text an example of? “Its mysterious presence filled the room like a thick fog, making everything seem distant and unclear.”
Simile.
What does the word "Blithe" mean?
carefree, happy, lighthearted
What was Scrooge’s childhood like?
lonely. Lived at a boarding school. Books were his best friend
What does Scrooge regret as he is observing the Cratchit family and Tiny Tim?
he experiences deep regret and a growing sense of guilt. This scene is a pivotal moment in his transformation, as it makes him realize the consequences of his greed, selfishness, and neglect of others—particularly the poor and vulnerable.
What does Scrooge send the boy in Stave 5 to collect?
A turkey for the Cratchit family
The turning point where the central conflict is resolved.
Ensued
To come after someone or something.
Why is Scrooge taken by the ghost to see Fezziwig?
To remind him how well his boss treated him, and to show him he needs to be a better boss to his clerk Bob.
Who said, “I see a vacant seat. The Child will die”
Ghost of Christmas Present
Who said, “I will honour Christmas in my heart. I will live in the Past, the Present, and the Future. I will not shut out the lessons they teach.”
Scrooge
What is third-person omniscient narrator?
Narrator is not a story character.
Narrator reveals the thoughts, feelings, and experiences of all character.
Uses third-person pronouns.
What does the word "Dismal" mean?
Depressing, dreary.
How does Scrooge react upon being brought back to the town he grew up in?
overcome with joy. cold eyes glistened. Filled with gladness when he heard people wishing each other a Merry Christmas.
What does th Ghost of Christmas Present mean when he says: “This boy is Ignorance. This girl is Want. Beware them both, and all of their degree, but most of all beware this boy, for on his brow I see that written which is Doom, unless the writing be erased.”
Scrooge has been ignorant to the plight of the poor and how he treats others. The Ghost is warning him he needs to change or he will be doomed.
What does Scrooge give to the man who came to the office on Christmas Eve?
A huge donation of money for the poor