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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Scrooge believe should be confined to prisons and workhouses?
(a) The weak.
(b) The children.
(c) The elderly.
(d) The poor.

2. How long does it take Scrooge to fall asleep after the spirit has left him?
(a) One hour.
(b) He falls asleep immediately.
(c) One day.
(d) One week.

3. When Scrooge awakens, why does he vow to stay awake until one o'clock?
(a) To ensure that the clock is working properly.
(b) To ward off his terrible nightmares.
(c) To return to a normal sleep schedule.
(d) To disprove that spirits exist.

4. Who says that they have no patience for Scrooge's attitude and behavior?
(a) The Spirit.
(b) The lighthouse workers.
(c) Bob Cratchit.
(d) The attendents of Fred's party.

5. What does Belle claim has corrupted Scrooge?
(a) Anger.
(b) Greed.
(c) Lust.
(d) Poverty.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Scrooge awakens before his second visitor, what has filled his room?

2. What does Scrooge claim is causing his images of Jacob Marley?

3. What is Scrooge's first name?

4. What holiday is being celebrated when the story opens?

5. What is Mrs. Cratchit preparing for their Christmas meal?

(see the answer key)

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