Scrooge

Question 1

How is Scrooge described at the beginning of A Christmas Carol?

Answer 1

Scrooge is presented as a miserly, cold-hearted, and unfeeling man who despises Christmas and all things cheerful.

Question 2

True or False: Scrooge shows compassion towards his employee, Bob Cratchit, at the start of the novella.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Fill in the blank: In the middle of the novella, Scrooge begins to change after being visited by the _____ of Christmas Present.

Answer 3

Ghost

Question 4

What significant transformation occurs in Scrooge by the end of A Christmas Carol?

Answer 4

Scrooge becomes generous, kind-hearted, and embraces the spirit of Christmas.

Question 5

What does Scrooge’s attitude towards his past, present, and future reveal about his character development throughout the novella?

Answer 5

It reveals his journey from selfishness and isolation to understanding, empathy, and community involvement.