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What does the Ghost of Christmas Past represent ?
memory
generosity
death
happiness
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A Christmas Carol (AQA GCSE English Literature): Exam Questions
Exam code: 8702
9 hours172 questions
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How is the Ghost of Christmas Present described when he first appears?
small and childlike.
a giant in a green robe
a figure shrouded in darkness
an old man with a white beard
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Which of the following is not a characteristic of the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come?
silent
mysterious
ominous
jolly
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In which stave does the Ghost of Christmas Present appear?
Stave 1
Stave 4
Stave 3
Stave 5
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What does the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come show Scrooge?
his childhood
the Cratchit family’s Christmas celebration
his own gravestone
Fred’s Christmas party
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What symbol is associated with the Ghost of Christmas Present?
a jet of light from its head
Plenty’s horn
a chain made of money boxes
a black cloak
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What does the Ghost of Christmas Past use to symbolise enlightenment and hope?
a wreath of holly
a candle
a jet of light from its head
a glowing staff
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How does the Ghost of Christmas Past help Scrooge begin his transformation?
by showing Scrooge images of his future
by reminding Scrooge of moments from his childhood and past
by confronting Scrooge with the suffering of the Cratchit family
by showing Scrooge his gravestone
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What is the main message that the Ghost of Christmas Present conveys to Scrooge?
that death is inevitable
that generosity and goodwill should be shared during Christmas
that wealth should be hoarded for future security
that memories cannot be changed
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Why does the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come remain silent throughout Scrooge’s encounter?
to create a sense of mystery and fear about the future
to indicate that Scrooge will not have any chance to change his fate
to show that death does not need to be feared
to remind Scrooge of his happy childhood
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What does the appearance of the Ghost of Christmas Past, being both young and old, symbolise?
the balance between Scrooge’s childhood and old age
the conflict between wealth and poverty
the idea that memories are timeless and span all ages
Scrooge’s inability to remember his youth
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How does the Ghost of Christmas Present challenge Scrooge’s previous attitudes?
by showing him his gravestone
by confronting him with his own childhood mistakes
by encouraging Scrooge to relive his past joys
by using Scrooge’s own words against him
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What role does the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come play in Scrooge’s transformation?
It comforts Scrooge by reminding him of his family’s love.
It forces Scrooge to confront the consequences of his future actions.
It shows Scrooge that he cannot change his destiny.
It encourages Scrooge to live a selfish life to avoid future suffering.
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How does the Ghost of Christmas Present illustrate the concept of social inequality?
by showing Scrooge the wealthy’s celebrations and the Cratchit family’s struggles
by focusing on Scrooge’s financial success and how the wealthy celebrate Christmas
by confronting Scrooge with his own childhood memories of past Christmas celebrations
by showing Scrooge scenes associated with his own death
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What does Dickens suggest by using the metaphorical children, Ignorance and Want, in Stave 5?
that poverty and ignorance are natural consequences of society
that poverty and ignorance are the real enemies of society
that children should be feared for their future mistakes
that Scrooge’s wealth can protect him from a fate similar to theirs
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How does Scrooge’s reaction to seeing his own death with the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come affect his relationship with others?
He distances himself further, feeling that he cannot change people’s opinions of him.
He ignores the vision, believing it is inevitable and beyond his control.
He seeks forgiveness from those he has wronged to improve his legacy.
He tries to bribe other characters for a better reputation before his death.
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How does the appearance of the Ghost of Christmas Past symbolise the nature of memory?
The ghost’s ambiguous appearance reflects the unclear and shifting nature of memory.
The ghost’s size emphasises that memories are larger than life.
The bright jet of light from the ghost’s head shows how memories are always clear and vivid.
The ghost’s youthful appearance suggests that memories focus on childhood.
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Analyse the symbolism of the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come’s silence. What does this silence represent in the context of Scrooge’s transformation?
The silence represents Scrooge’s finality in accepting his death.
The silence symbolises Scrooge’s inability to influence his own future.
The silence emphasises the uncertain future and Scrooge’s fear of judgment.
The silence suggests that there is no hope for Scrooge’s redemption.
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Evaluate the importance of the Ghost of Christmas Present’s interaction with Ignorance and Want in conveying Dickens’ social message.
It highlights the idea that poverty is the fault of the poor themselves.
It reflects the themes of social responsibility, poverty and inequality.
It implies that wealthier individuals should feel no guilt for the suffering of the poor.
It suggests that Christmas is the time to show concern for those less fortunate.
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Compare the way Scrooge reacts to the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come with his reactions to the other spirits. What is the significance of this difference?
Scrooge is amused by this spirit, showing his disbelief in its message.
Scrooge is angry at this spirit because it shows him a future he cannot change.
Scrooge is indifferent to this spirit, as he already accepts his fate.
Scrooge is fearful of this spirit, which symbolises death and judgment.
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Assess the role of the Ghost of Christmas Present in showing Scrooge the consequences of social inequality. What is the most important lesson Scrooge learns from this spirit?
Scrooge learns that celebrating Christmas is pointless for the poor.
Scrooge learns that his wealth has no impact on others’ happiness.
Scrooge learns that Christmas should be celebrated by everyone, regardless of wealth.
Scrooge learns that social inequality is too complex to be addressed through individual actions.
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