Worksheet on Stave Analysis of A Christmas Carol
English
Grade 7
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet focusing on analyzing the language techniques used in A Christmas Carol, specifically within the context of stave analysis. Designed for Grade 7 students to develop their understanding of literary devices and narrative techniques.
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Worksheet on Stave Analysis of A Christmas Carol
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Scene Summary and Context Guide
In this passage from Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol, the scene is set in Victorian London, where Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley. Marley appears as a spectral figure, bound in heavy chains, to warn Scrooge of the consequences of his greed and selfishness. The narrative uses vivid imagery and symbolism to emphasize Marley's remorse and the moral lessons of the story. Dickens employs a tone of forewarning, creating an atmosphere of tension and reflection. The phrase 'darkness was cheap, and Scrooge liked it' highlights his miserly nature, while the description of Marley’s chains symbolizes the weight of guilt and greed. This scene is pivotal as it initiates Scrooge's journey toward redemption, illustrating Dickens' critique of Victorian society's values. The language is rich with adjectives and metaphors that deepen the reader’s engagement and underline the novel’s moral themes.
1.
Identify a metaphor used to describe Marley in the passage.
[2 marks]2.
What tone does Dickens establish in this scene and how is it conveyed?
[3 marks]3.
Describe the imagery Dickens uses to characterize Marley.
[3 marks]4.
Identify the literary device in the phrase 'darkness was cheap, and Scrooge liked it'.
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Irony
Cc) Alliteration
Dd) Personification
5.
Explain how Dickens uses symbolism in the scene.
6.
Identify a descriptive adjective used to convey the atmosphere in the scene.
[2 marks]7.
Analyze the use of the phrase 'warn Scrooge of the consequences' — what narrative purpose does it serve?
[3 marks]8.
How does Dickens’ choice of language influence the reader's perception of Marley?
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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