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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Scrooge believe should be confined to prisons and workhouses?

2. What is Scrooge's nephew's name?

3. What meal is Scrooge invited to in Chapter 1?

4. How is it signaled to Scrooge that there is a visitor in his room?

5. What does Marley tell Scrooge these visitors will hold for him?

Short Essay Questions

1. Who is Belle?

2. How does the first spirit take Scrooge back in time?

3. What does Belle notice that has changed about Scrooge, and how does she react?

4. Who are the two men that come to Scrooge's door, and what do they ask of him?

5. What does Marley beckon Scrooge to see outside his bedroom window and how does Scrooge react?

6. What is the conversation that transpires between Bob Cratchit and Scrooge about time off from work?

7. How did Belle's life turn out after her time with Scrooge?

8. Who is Jacob Marley, and what does the reader learn about him right away?

9. What does Scrooge overhear Belle and her husband discussing, and how does he react?

10. What does Scrooge see in the scene involving his old boss?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In the opening chapter, the reader is introduces to Bob Cratchit and his relationship with Ebenezer Scrooge.

Part 1.) Compare/contrast the two men as they are presented in the beginning of the novel

Part 2.) Explain the working relationship between the two men.

Part 3.) Briefly theorize why Bob Cratchit chose to continue working in this environment.

Essay Topic 2

Before the arrival of the three spirits, Jacob Marley came to visit Scrooge. First, explain the significance of Jacob Marley's visit. Then explain why Marley's presence was important before the arrival of the three spirits. Finally, discuss if you think the story would have been as effective if Dickens had left Marley out completely, and simply focused on the three spirits.

Essay Topic 3

The symbolism of the chains that Jacob Marley is forced to carry around with him is particularly significant. Describe the physical description of the chains, and explain why the items that Jacob Marley must carry with him are significant to his life. Finally, explain why these items were used as a warning to Ebenezer Scrooge.

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