ACC Context

Question 1

Thomas Malthus

Answer 1

Malthusian theory
“An essay on the principle of population” 1798
Increased population would diminish the worlds ability to feed itself
Associated with Darwin’s theory of evolution
Scrooge embodies the Malthusian theory and is the quintessential rich Victorian

Question 2

Charles Booth

Answer 2

Philanthropist 1800’s
Research on London’s poverty through maps
30 percent of London in poverty

Question 3

George Peabody

Answer 3

Peabody Estate 1800s
Trust provided affordable housing

Question 4

Charles Dickens

Answer 4

1843
Dad went to jail
Worked in workhouse at 12
Social and political commentary
Allegorical structure caused controversy