goonmas carol Flashcards
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What is the focus of GCSE English Literature exam questions?
A theme, a character, or a relationship between characters
Examiners reward responses that track character or theme development.
How should quotations be considered when revising?
In terms of their dramatic effects, attitudes, and relationships presented
Consider how ideas are shown to the audience.
What is the best way to revise quotations?
According to theme or character.
Who is the main character discussed in the quotes?
Ebenezer Scrooge.
What does Scrooge say about Christmas time?
‘What’s Christmas time to you but a time for paying bills without money’
This highlights his view of Christmas as a burden.
What theme is illustrated by Scrooge’s quote about Christmas?
Poverty.
What significant change does Scrooge undergo during his journey?
Transformation and redemption.
What does Scrooge’s command ‘Show me no more!’ indicate?
His resistance to facing his past.
What does Scrooge ask The Ghost of Christmas Present?
‘conduct me where you will’
This shows his willingness to continue his journey.
What does Bob Cratchit toast to during Christmas dinner?
Mr Scrooge, the Founder of the Feast.
What theme does Bob Cratchit’s toast illustrate?
Family and relationships.
What does Bob remind his family after Tiny Tim’s death?
To be kind to one another in memory of Tiny Tim.
What does the Ghost of Christmas Past symbolize?
Enlightenment and hope.
What does the Ghost of Christmas Present warn about Tiny Tim?
If things remain unaltered, Tiny Tim will die.
What do the children ‘Ignorance’ and ‘Want’ represent?
The consequences of poverty.
What must humans beware of according to the Ghost of Christmas Present?
Doom.
True or False: Scrooge’s character is presented as generous and kind at the beginning of the story.
False.
Fill in the blank: ‘Your lip is trembling,’ said the Ghost. ‘And what is that upon your ______?’
cheek.
What does Dickens suggest is more important than wealth through Bob Cratchit’s character?
Family and connection.
What does the Ghost of Christmas Past tell Scrooge about the shadows of the past?
‘do not blame me!’
What does Scrooge’s plea for forgiveness after being late for work signify?
His honest and remorseful nature.
What does Scrooge’s journey symbolize in the context of A Christmas Carol?
Personal transformation and redemption.
What is highlighted by Scrooge’s characterisation as a greedy employer?
Inequalities in Victorian England.
