A Christmas Carol: Characters (AQA GCSE English Literature): Quizzes
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What does Scrooge's use of 'surplus population' reveal about his attitude to the poor?
What does Scrooge's use of 'surplus population' reveal about his attitude to the poor?
He sees them as excess goods to discard
When Scrooge says he'll 'honour Christmas in my heart', what does this commitment show?
When Scrooge says he'll 'honour Christmas in my heart', what does this commitment show?
His change is sincere & all year round
What does Bob Cratchit's toast to Scrooge demonstrate about his character?
What does Bob Cratchit's toast to Scrooge demonstrate about his character?
His kindness & gratitude despite abuse
Why does Bob repeat 'little' when grieving for Tiny Tim?
Why does Bob repeat 'little' when grieving for Tiny Tim?
To emphasise Tim's innocence & vulnerability
What does Tiny Tim symbolise in the novella?
What does Tiny Tim symbolise in the novella?
Innocence & society's neglect
What do the 'vacant seat' and 'crutch without an owner' symbolise?
What do the 'vacant seat' and 'crutch without an owner' symbolise?
Loss & impact of poverty
What do Marley's chains represent?
What do Marley's chains represent?
Consequences of greedy & selfish choices
Why is 'business' ironic in Marley's quote 'Mankind was my business'?
Why is 'business' ironic in Marley's quote 'Mankind was my business'?
He focused on money not helping people
What are the 'shadows' shown by the Ghost of Christmas Past?
What are the 'shadows' shown by the Ghost of Christmas Past?
Reflections of past events
What does the 'light' represent in the Ghost of Christmas Past's quote?
What does the 'light' represent in the Ghost of Christmas Past's quote?
The truth & clarity
Who are Ignorance and Want according to the Ghost of Christmas Present?
Who are Ignorance and Want according to the Ghost of Christmas Present?
Two children symbolising neglect
What does 'Doom' on Ignorance's brow warn about?
What does 'Doom' on Ignorance's brow warn about?
Disaster from ignoring social issues
What characteristic defines the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come?
What characteristic defines the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come?
Silent & mysterious
What does Fred represent in contrast to Scrooge?
What does Fred represent in contrast to Scrooge?
True spirit of Christmas
What is Fred's message about Scrooge's wealth?
What is Fred's message about Scrooge's wealth?
Wealth should be used for greater good