Act II, Scene 1:
1. How does Marley trick Scrooge? Why does he do this?
Marley changes the time on the clock back and forth. He does this because he thinks that Scrooge cannot be astonished by
anything else.
2. Describe what the Ghost of Christmas Present looks like.
He is wearing a green robe with a wreath on his head. His torch is made of a cornucopia.
3. What does each of the Ghost of Christmas Present’s 1,800 siblings represent?
The years and Christmas days that have passed. It is the mid 1800’s so there have been over 1800 Christmases.
Act II, Scene 2:
1. How do the chorus singers change when the Ghost of Christmas Present sprinkles the incense upon them?
They are kinder to one another.
2. What are the chorus singers doing for Christmas?
Acting as servants in other people’s homes.
3. How is Scrooge’s personality different than at the beginning of the play?
He is kinder now and is more thoughtful of other people.
Act II, Scene 3:
1. Where does the Ghost of Christmas Present take Scrooge?
Bob Cratchit’s house
2. Why does Scrooge think that Cratchit is a fool?
He has a big family to provide for and only makes 15 schillings a week.
3. How is Tiny Tim different from other little boys?
He has a leg brace and a cane to walk with.
4. How does the Cratchit family feel about each other? How do you know?
They love each other and are grateful for one another.
5. What do you think Scrooge is feeling from watching the Cratchits?
He feels sorry for them for having to live on such a tight budget.
6. What does Scrooge beg the spirit to do for Tiny Tim?
He begs him to spare or save him from dying.
7. What are the things the Cratchit family is thankful for? What does Scrooge learn from watching this?
They are thankful for family and for the Christmas dinner they have.
8. How does Mrs. Cratchit describe Scrooge?
Stingy and hateful (odious)
9. Why does Mr. Cratchit defend Scrooge?
Bob Cratchit defends Scrooge because Scrooge is his boss and he is thankful to have a job.
Act II, Scene 4:
1. Why does Fred invite Scrooge to dinner every Christmas night?
Scrooge reminds him of his dear mother. He says that they have some of the same facial features.
2. What warning does The Ghost of Christmas Present give to Scrooge?
Ignorance will doom a person.
3. What quote said by Scrooge does The Ghost of Christmas Present repeat to Scrooge?
Are there no prisons? Are there no workhouses?
4. Why does The Ghost of Christmas Present repeat Scrooge’s words from the beginning of the play?
Scrooge is asking what will happen to the boy and girl that are with Present.
5. How does The Ghost of Christmas Future’s appearance change the mood of the play?
It is darker and sadder.
6. How is Scrooge’s reaction to this ghost’s arrival differ from the other two that visited him?
He fears this ghost more than the other two.
7. What happened to Scrooge’s possessions after his death?
People scavenged them for money.
8. What happens to Tiny Tim?
He dies.
9. How is Mr. Cratchit’s health?
His health is becoming worse. He walks slower than normal.
10. What event prompted Fred to offer his help to the Cratchit family?
The death of Tiny Tim.
11. What does Scrooge promise to The Ghost of Christmas Future?
Scrooge promises to change the events that Future showed him.
Act II, Scene 5:
1. How has Scrooge’s attitude changed towards Christmas and people?
Scrooge is happy to everyone and wants to celebrate Christmas.
2. What does Scrooge pay Adam to do?
He pays Adam to go buy a turkey and take it to the Cratchits.
3. Why does Scrooge not want Mr. Cratchit to know that he was the one to send the gift?
He wants to surprise them; he doesn’t want to boast.
4. What does Scrooge offer to the portly do-gooder?
He offers him lots of money.
5. Why does Scrooge momentarily go back to his old behavior?
Scrooge acts this way to trick Bob Cratchit.
6. How did Scrooge and Cratchit’s relationship change?
Scrooge offers Bob a raise and promises to take care of his family.