context Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
why did Dickens write A Christmas Carol? (3 marks)
A
-to highlight social injustice
-to inspire generosity
-to revive Christmas traditions
2
Q
explain why Dickens wants to highlight social injustice
A
Dickens wanted to draw attention to the struggles of the poor and the need for compassion and reform in Victorian society.
3
Q
explain why Dickens wanted to inspire generosity
A
He hoped the story would encourage kindness, charity, and the spirit of giving.
4
Q
explain why Dickens wanted to revive Christmas traditions
A
Dickens aimed to rekindle interest in Christmas celebrations, which had declined in popularity in early 19th-century England.
