
Stave 3: Ignorance and Want
Quiz by Oak National Academy: GCSE English Edexcel
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- Q1In his description of Ignorance and Want in Stave 3 of 'A Christmas Carol', which words does Dickens use that are reminiscent of his description of Scrooge in Stave 1?Users sort answers between categoriesSorting30s
- Q2In Stave 3 of 'A Christmas Carol', the Ghost of Christmas Present warns Scrooge: "Beware them both... but most of all beware this boy, for on his brow I see that written which is...'Users enter free textType an Answer30s
- Q3Which of the following is the correct definition for a hypocrite?Somebody who is concerned about the welfare of others and does the right thing.Someone who doesn't have their basic and requirements (like love/shelter) met.Someone who behaves in an immoral and dishonest way.Somebody who is easily excitable and not very sensible.Someone who claims to have higher standards than they actually have.30s
- Q4Why does Dickens refer to Ignorance and Want as "Mankind's children" in 'A Christmas Carol'?Because they were born to a wealthy family.Because they have not contributed to society.Because they have been shaped by society's neglect.Because they represent every man and woman on Earth.Because they are a symbol for happiness and equality in society.30s
- Q5What is the primary message that Dickens conveys through the characters Ignorance and Want in 'A Christmas Carol'?They are symbols of affluence and prosperity.they illustrate the corruptive effects of injustice and neglectThe characters represent society's unwavering compassion.They represent the idea that society is not influenced by injustice and neglect.they represent the lack of Christmas spirit in Scrooge30s
- Q6Match Dickens' word choice to describe Ignorance and Want in Stave 3 of 'A Christmas Carol' with the correct analysis.Users link answersLinking30s