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Who is Jacob Marley and why does his ghost visit Scrooge?
He is Scrooge's former business partner. He visits to warn Scrooge about the consequences of being selfish and unkind.
Who is Romeo's closest friend?
Mercutio
What is the focus of Question 2?
Analysing how the writer uses language to create effects.
How many marks is question 3 worth?
12
'Her smile was a lighthouse in a storm' - what's the technique?
Metaphor
How does Dickens present the Cratchit family as a contrast to Scrooge?
They are loving, kind, optimistic despite their poverty. This contrasts Scrooge who is wealthy and lonely.
Why does Friar Lawrence’s plan fail?
The letter explaining the plan never reaches Romeo
What holiday movie features a boy accidentally left home while his family goes on holiday?
Home Alone
What is an anecdote?
An account of a real event told in the form of a very brief story.
What colour were Santa's robes before they became red?
Green
In the song 'The Twelve Days of Christmas', what gift is given on the fifth day?
A partridge in a pear tree
What curse does Mercutio utter as he is dying?
“A plague o’ both your houses!”
Give two structural features that could be analysed in Question 3?
Shifts in focus, flashbacks, changes in pace, repetition, beginning/end contrasts
Which Christmas Song holds the record for the best-selling single of all time world wide?
White Christmas by Bing Crosby
In which year was A Christmas Carol first published?
1843
How does Scrooge's transformation reflet Dickens' message about social responsibility?
Hs transformation from being selfish to kind reflects Dickens' message that everyone has social responsibility. It shows that change is possible and that generosity leads to true happiness.
Which ocean is Christmas Island located in?
The Indian Ocean
What type of writing is usually required in Question 5?
Descriptive or narrative writing
Which character says "God bless us every one!"?
Tiny Tim
'It's time to act before it's too late' - what's the main purpose of this sentence?
Persuade the audience to take action.
How does Dickens use the character of Tiny Tim to influence the reader's emotions and views on society?
His innocence and illness highlight social injustice and criticise wealthy people who ignore the poor.
Why does Romeo initially refuse to fight Tybalt, and how is this misunderstood?
Romeo refuses because Tybalt is now his relative through marriage to Juliet; Tybalt believes Romeo is being cowardly or mocking him.
What does a Level 4 response to Question 4 usually include?
A clear viewpoint, detailed analysis, judicious quotations, and perceptive evaluation
A writer says 'The streets were empty, yet the city never felt so alive' - what can you infer about the writer's view?
The city feels energetic even when empty.
Which country was the first to issue a Christmas stamp?
Canada