Classic Literature Extracts - Dickens
English
Grade 8
10 questions
~20 mins
1 views0 downloads
About This Worksheet
A worksheet covering Classic Literature Extracts by Dickens for Grade 8 students, focusing on comprehension and literary analysis.
Worksheet Preview
Full preview • 10 questions
Classic Literature Extracts - Dickens
Subject: EnglishGrade: Grade 8
Name:
Date:
TeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizzTeachWhizz
Untitled Worksheet
Grade Grade 8
A
Analysis of Dickens' Narrative Style
It was a bleak winter evening when the fog settled thick upon the narrow streets of London, obscuring the dim glow of gas lamps. The city seemed to breathe a silent despair, shadows flickering in alleys where stories of hardship and hope intertwined. Amidst the clatter of footsteps and distant carriage wheels, a solitary figure hurried along, cloaked against the biting wind. His face was partly concealed beneath a worn scarf, yet the determined set of his jaw betrayed a resilience forged through years of toil. As he approached a rickety tavern, the faint aroma of roasted meats mixed with the cold air, inviting and foreboding all at once.
1.
What mood does Dickens create in this passage, and which words contribute most to this atmosphere?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one literary device used in the excerpt and explain its effect.
[3 marks]3.
What does the solitary figure symbolize in the context of the scene?
[2 marks]4.
Which tone is primarily conveyed in this excerpt? Justify your answer with two supporting phrases.
[2 marks]5.
Describe the significance of the setting in establishing the overall mood of the scene.
6.
Analyze how Dickens uses sensory detail to evoke emotion in this passage.
7.
Identify the primary narrative perspective in the excerpt.
Aa) First-person
Bb) Third-person omniscient
Cc) Third-person limited
Dd) Second-person
8.
What is the significance of the contrast between the warmth of the tavern and the cold outside?
[2 marks]9.
Based on the excerpt, craft a brief paragraph describing a similar scene in your own words, focusing on mood and setting.
B
Creative Writing Prompt
Imagine you are the solitary figure in the scene. Write a narrative paragraph (about 15-20 lines) describing your thoughts and feelings as you walk through the winter night towards the tavern. Use vivid language and sensory details.
1.
In your paragraph, include at least two sensory details and one reflection on your character’s mood.
Unlock Full Worksheet & Answers
Get instant access to the complete worksheet, answer keys, and 1,899 others
Unlimited answer keys for all worksheets
Download clean, formatted PDFs
Customize and remix any worksheet
Cancel anytime • No commitment • Start today
Quick Actions
What is Remix?
Create a new worksheet based on this one. Change the grade level, topic, number of questions, or difficulty - then generate a fresh version.
- • Change grade level (Grade 6 → Grade 7)
- • Swap topics (Harry Potter → Macbeth)
- • Add more questions (10 → 15)
- • Adjust difficulty
Details
- Created
- 1/1/2026
- Updated
- 1/1/2026
- Type
- worksheet