A Christmas Carol Stave 4 Trivia Quiz
Have you read "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens? What happens in Stave 4 of the Christmas Carol? Proceed with this trivia quiz and check how sharp your memory is. Who is the main ghost of Stave 4? What lesson does Scrooge learn? These are just a few glimpses of this quiz. If you are interested in answering such questions, take this quiz and see how many scores you get at the end. Good luck!
Questions and Answers
- 1.
What is a charwoman?
- A.
A housewife.
- B.
Someone who washes the laundry
- C.
A cook.
- D.
A cleaner.
Correct Answer
D. A cleaner.Explanation
A charwoman is a term used to describe a cleaner. It refers to a person who is employed to clean and tidy up a house or building. This can involve tasks such as sweeping, mopping, dusting, and other general cleaning duties. The term "charwoman" is often used to specifically describe a woman who works as a cleaner.Rate this question:
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- 2.
In contrast to Stave 1, where Scrooge is rude and dismissive, in Stave 4 he tells the ghost he hopes to be '... ...' from what he was. This shows he wants to reform or change his character for the better.
Correct Answer
another manExplanation
In Stave 4, Scrooge expresses his desire to be "another man" compared to what he was in Stave 1. This indicates that he wants to undergo a transformation and improve his character. It suggests that Scrooge recognizes his past behavior as negative and wants to change for the better. This shows his willingness to reform and suggests that he is open to personal growth and redemption.Rate this question:
- 3.
Which ghost is the main ghost of Stave 4?
- A.
Marley's Ghost
- B.
The Ghost of Christmas Present
- C.
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come
- D.
The Ghost of Christmas Past
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C. The Ghost of Christmas Yet to ComeExplanation
The main ghost in Stave 4 of "A Christmas Carol" is the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come. This ghost is also known as the Ghost of Christmas Future and is the final spirit that visits Ebenezer Scrooge. It shows Scrooge the potential consequences of his actions and the bleak future that awaits him if he does not change his ways. The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come is depicted as a silent, ominous figure, dressed in a black cloak, and is often portrayed as a dark, shadowy specter.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Scrooge hears the businessmen talking about his death. One says he thought Scrooge would 'never die', another that it would be 'a ... ... funeral', which shows how disrespectful they businessmen are being.
- A.
Poorly attended
- B.
Deeply moving
- C.
Very cheap
Correct Answer
C. Very cheapExplanation
The correct answer is "very cheap". This is because the businessmen are discussing Scrooge's death in a disrespectful manner, suggesting that they do not value him or his life. The phrase "very cheap" implies a lack of worth or importance, which aligns with the businessmen's disrespectful attitude towards Scrooge.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How does one of the businessmen refer to Scrooge in a disrespectful and harsh-sounding way? (2 words)
Correct Answer
Old ScratchExplanation
The correct answer, "Old Scratch," refers to how one of the businessmen refers to Scrooge in a disrespectful and harsh-sounding way. This term is often used as a derogatory nickname for the devil or a wicked person, implying that the businessman sees Scrooge as someone evil or morally corrupt.Rate this question:
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As well as stealing Scrooge's bed-curtains, one of the women takes the '...' from Scrooge's corpse.
Correct Answer
shirtExplanation
One of the women takes the shirt from Scrooge's corpse.Rate this question:
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Complete the following, spoken by one of the women who had robbed Scrooge in death: 'He frightened every one away from him when he was alive, to ... us when he was dead! Ha, ha, ha!'
- A.
Haunt
- B.
Visit
- C.
Profit
- D.
Challenge
Correct Answer
C. ProfitExplanation
The correct answer is "profit". The woman is expressing her amusement at how Scrooge scared people away from him when he was alive, but now in death, they are benefiting from his wealth. She finds it ironic and funny that they are now able to profit from him after he has passed away.Rate this question:
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- 8.
The people who disrespectfully trade in Scrooge's belongings, such as Mrs Dilber and the charwoman, could be referred to as s... as they are benefiting from his death.
Correct Answer
scavengersExplanation
The term "scavengers" accurately describes the people who disrespectfully trade in Scrooge's belongings. Scavengers are individuals who search for and collect discarded items or resources for personal gain. In this context, Mrs Dilber and the charwoman are taking advantage of Scrooge's death by profiting from his belongings without any regard for his memory or the emotional impact on his loved ones. Their actions can be seen as opportunistic and exploitative, making the term "scavengers" an appropriate description for them.Rate this question:
- 9.
The ghost shows Scrooge a poor couple. What is their connection with Scrooge?
- A.
Scrooge expresses sympathy for them.
- B.
They are in debt to him.
Correct Answer
B. They are in debt to him.Explanation
The correct answer is "They are in debt to him." This means that the poor couple owes money to Scrooge. The fact that they are in debt to him suggests that Scrooge has some sort of financial relationship with them, possibly as their creditor or lender.Rate this question:
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- 10.
On hearing about Scrooge's 'death' the poor couple who owe him money feel as sense of relief. Complete the following: 'it was a ... ... for this man's death!'
Correct Answer
happier houseExplanation
The poor couple who owe Scrooge money feel a sense of relief upon hearing about his 'death'. This suggests that they were burdened by the debt and the presence of Scrooge in their lives. With his death, they no longer have to worry about repaying the money and can now live in a happier house, free from the financial stress and oppression that Scrooge represented.Rate this question:
- 11.
The ghost of Christmas Yet to Come shows Scrooge that Tiny Tim has died. Which adjective is used in the following, 'My ... child!' cried Bob. 'My ... child!'
Correct Answer
littleExplanation
As well as discussing the adjective - in exams, don't forget to discuss the use of repetition here, to reinforce Bob Cratchit's grief, and the exclamation - suggesting he is in a state of despair.Rate this question:
- 12.
'A Christmas Carol' is sometimes referred to as a m... tale about redemption. What is the missing word?
Correct Answer
moralExplanation
The missing word is "moral." "A Christmas Carol" is often described as a moral tale about redemption, as it tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge's transformation from a selfish and greedy man to a kind and generous person through the visitation of three spirits. The story emphasizes the importance of compassion, empathy, and the ability to change for the better, making it a classic example of a moral tale.Rate this question:
- 13.
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come is 'shrouded' in a 'deep black garment'. This creates a sense of mystery and fear. What is a shroud?
- A.
A coat.
- B.
A cloak.
- C.
A cloth wrapped around a corpse.
- D.
A curtain around a four-poster bed.
Correct Answer
C. A cloth wrapped around a corpse.Explanation
The correct answer is "A cloth wrapped around a corpse." A shroud is a piece of cloth that is used to wrap a corpse before burial or cremation. In the context of the question, the description of the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come being "shrouded" in a "deep black garment" suggests that it is wrapped or covered in a way that adds to its mysterious and eerie appearance.Rate this question:
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- 14.
In the opening sentence of Stave 4, the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come approaches ominously (threateningly). As well as a list of three, Dickens employs which technique to show how it approaches: 'slowly, gravely, silently'?
Correct Answer
adverbsExplanation
In the opening sentence of Stave 4, Dickens uses the technique of adverbs to show how the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come approaches ominously. By using the adverbs "slowly, gravely, silently," Dickens creates a sense of foreboding and tension, emphasizing the ghost's eerie and threatening presence. The choice of these adverbs suggests that the ghost moves deliberately and silently, heightening the suspense and adding to the overall atmosphere of the scene.Rate this question:
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Scrooge has been keen to be well-regarded by the businessmen shown in Stave 4. However, they are rude and d... about him. Which adjective could you use here?
Correct Answer
dismissiveExplanation
The adjective "dismissive" is appropriate in this context because it describes the businessmen's attitude towards Scrooge. They are rude and indifferent towards him, showing a lack of interest or respect.Rate this question:
- 16.
The businessmen in Stave 4 are coldhearted and disrespectful, probably only interested in making money. Think back to Stave 1 and Marley's Ghost's attitude to business. What does he say? 'Business!' cried the Ghost, wringing its hands again. '... was my business.'
Correct Answer
MankindExplanation
The answer "Mankind" is correct because in Stave 4, the businessmen are depicted as coldhearted and disrespectful, only interested in making money. This is contrasted with Marley's Ghost's attitude to business in Stave 1, where he laments that his focus on business was his sole concern in life. The use of the word "mankind" suggests that the correct answer is a broader term that encompasses humanity as a whole, highlighting the importance of compassion and empathy over materialistic pursuits.Rate this question:
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Which kind of sound imagery is being used to describe in Dickens' description of the 'silent shape' of the Ghost of Christmas yet to come? Clue: this technique begins with the letter 's'.
Correct Answer
sibilanceExplanation
The correct answer is sibilance. Sibilance is a type of sound imagery that involves the repetition of hissing or shushing sounds, typically created by the letters "s," "sh," or "ch." In Dickens' description of the "silent shape" of the Ghost of Christmas yet to come, the use of sibilance helps to create a sense of eeriness and mystery, emphasizing the ghost's silent and stealthy presence. The repetition of the "s" sound adds to the overall atmosphere and enhances the reader's experience of the scene.Rate this question:
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