“A Christmas Carol”
By Charles Dickens
Making Inferences
Making an inference means using clues from the text to figure out something the author doesn’t tell you directly.
Directions: Answer the following questions; please change the color of your text.
Cite two lines in the play that support the inference that Marley has returned as a ghost to help Scrooge become a better person. *Remember to include quotes and scene numbers.
Cite two lines in the play that support the inference that the Cratchits appreciate what they have. *Remember to include quotes and scene numbers.
On page 14, Scrooge talks to Bob Cratchit:
SD1: Scrooge sits in his office, giddy with anticipation.
Scrooge: You’re 18 and a half minutes late!
Scrooge: I won’t stand for this any longer!
Based on Scrooge’s feelings and words, what is he trying to do? (RAP)
Close-Reading Questions
Directions: Answer the following questions in RAP format.
In Scene 1, Scrooge and Fred express very different views on Christmas. What do their differing points of view reveal about what they value? (character)
In Scene 2, what does the fact that the fire in Scrooge’s home is “weak” help you understand about Scrooge? (setting, character)
At the end of Scene 4, what is Scrooge focused on? Why is this moment important to the story? (character)
Why do you think Scrooge makes his gift of a turkey to the Cratchits anonymously? (character’s motivation)
What message is Dickens sending about money? (critical thinking)
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“A Christmas Carol”
By Charles Dickens
Making Inferences
Making an inference mea...
Making Inferences
Making an inference mea...
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