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Who is the first ghost to visit Scrooge?
the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
the Ghost of Christmas Present
the ghost of Jacob Marley
the Ghost of Christmas Past
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A Christmas Carol (AQA GCSE English Literature): Exam Questions
Exam code: 8702
9 hours172 questions
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What does Scrooge see at the Cratchit household when visited by the Ghost of Christmas Present?
the Cratchits enjoying a luxurious Christmas feast
the Cratchits celebrating Christmas despite their poverty
Tiny Tim poking fun at Scrooge during a parlour game
Bob Cratchit telling his family he has received a pay raise from Scrooge
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What does the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come show Scrooge to convince him to change?
Scrooge’s empty counting-house
Scrooge’s name on a gravestone
Scrooge’s wealthy and happy future
Scrooge’s friends and family celebrating his death
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What does Scrooge promise to do after being given a second chance?
to retire and live in solitude
to continue his business as usual
to punish those who were unkind to him
to become a better person and help others
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Where does Scrooge spend Christmas Day after his transformation?
at Fred’s Christmas dinner
with the Cratchit family
alone at his counting-house
wandering the streets of London
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What is the purpose of the ghost of Jacob Marley visiting Scrooge at the beginning of the novella?
to scare Scrooge into changing his ways
to inform him that three spirits will visit
to offer Scrooge a business partnership
to tell Scrooge that he has inherited Marley’s fortune
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Choose the best explanation of the message that the Ghost of Christmas Present conveys to Scrooge.
Scrooge’s wealth will protect him from any harm.
Scrooge’s actions have no impact on those around him.
Scrooge should be mindful of those who are less fortunate.
Scrooge should continue to focus on his business.
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How does the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come influences Scrooge’s decision to change?
He shows Scrooge the wealth he will accumulate if he continues his current path.
He offers Scrooge a chance to relive his past and alter it.
He shows Scrooge a happy and peaceful future where he is married.
He scares Scrooge with images of his death and the impact he has had on others.
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What is the significance of Scrooge’s refusal to donate to charity in Stave 1?
It highlights Scrooge’s financial struggles and his inability to contribute to charity.
It reflects Scrooge’s belief that the poor are responsible for their own misfortune.
It shows Scrooge’s willingness to help others secretly, preferring to donate anonymously.
It indicates that Scrooge has no money to spare due to his own business investments.
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What is the purpose of the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come showing Scrooge his own grave?
to mock Scrooge’s fear of death
to show Scrooge the rewards of his miserly ways
to terrify Scrooge and encourage him to change
to demonstrate that Scrooge will live forever
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How can the transformation of Scrooge be used to support the idea that personal change is possible at any stage of life?
It shows that personal change is only possible when one is young.
It supports the idea that personal change is possible only when someone is wealthy.
It suggests that personal change is always temporary and impermanent.
It shows that personal change can occur as long as one is willing to act on their mistakes.
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How might Scrooge’s initial rejection of Fred’s Christmas invitation be interpreted in terms of his view on family and relationships?
It suggests he values work over family relationships.
It indicates his preference for spending time with his friends.
It indicates that he is simply too busy to attend.
It suggests he is already planning to visit his family.
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What is the significance of the Cratchit family on Scrooge?
They highlight Scrooge's financial struggles and inability to help others.
They show how wealth alone can bring happiness and contentment to a family.
They demonstrate that joy and love can exist even in poverty.
They prove that Scrooge's harsh treatment of his employees is justified.
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