Q.1
Which of the following does NOT accurately describe the setting at the opening of the novel?
  • Foggy
  • Open and airy
  • Dark
  • Cold
Q.2
"The fog came pouring in at every chink and keyhole, and was so dense without, that although the court was of the narrowest, the houses opposite were mere phantoms." What atmosphere is created by this description?
  • Expectant
  • Calm
  • Exciting
  • Gloomy
Q.3
Which of the following is true of the Cratchit home?
  • It has only four rooms
  • It is located in the suburbs
  • It is bustling and full of life
  • All of the above
Q.4
The events of the novel take place over what period of time?
  • Less than 48 hours
  • Three days and nights
  • The month of December
  • Two decades
Q.5
"He was at home in five minutes. Nothing could be heartier. His niece looked just the same. So did Topper when came. So did the plump sister, when came. So did every one when came. Wonderful party, wonderful games, wonderful unanimity, won-der-ful happiness!" When Scrooge surprises Fred by turning up for Christmas dinner, why does Dickens not describe the setting?
  • The fun and excitement are highlighted by the setting not being described
  • The scene has already been described
  • Fred's home is happy, but plain. Because of this, Dickens does not describe this setting at all
  • None of the settings is described
Q.6
Scrooge sleeps in a curtained bed which features strongly in the novel. While waiting for the second Spirit to appear, he pulls back the curtains. Why?
  • He feels cold and wishes to be warmed by the fire
  • He does not want to be surprised again by the appearance of a ghostly hand
  • He is worried that he might see Jacob Marley again
  • None of the above
Q.7
"Running to the window, he opened it, and put out his head. No fog, no mist: clear, bright, jovial, stirring, cold; cold, piping for the blood to dance to; golden sunlight; heavenly sky; sweet fresh air; merry bells. Oh, glorious. Glorious!" How does this setting relate to Scrooge's character?
  • The setting mirrors his change of heart
  • The setting reflects Scrooge's joy after the visit of the first Spirit
  • The rush of words in the description of this setting reflects the rush of joyous emotions Scrooge feels after Jacob Marley's visit
  • The changed setting merely reflects the contrast between morning and evening and bears no relationship to Scrooge's character
Q.8
How is the school where Scrooge was educated as a child depicted?
  • As bustling with activity
  • As rundown and cluttered but cheery
  • As simple but clean and bright
  • As bare and melancholy
Q.9
is set in which city?
  • Paris
  • London
  • New York
  • Manchester
Q.10
In which century is the novel set?
  • 17th century
  • 18th century
  • 19th century
  • 20th century
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