A Christmas Carol: A Play Adaptation

Literature

This quiz covers key characters, plot points, and themes from Richard Casey's stage adaptation of Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol'. It explores Scrooge's transformation, the spirits he encounters, and the impact of Christmas on those around him.

Dickens Christmas Carol Theater

20 Questions Medium Ages 10+ Dec 18, 2025

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1 Who is the author of 'A Christmas Carol'?

A Richard Casey
B Charles Dickens
C Jacob Marley
D Bob Cratchit

2 What is the name of Scrooge's deceased business partner?

A Fred
B Mr. Fezziwig
C Jacob Marley
D Tiny Tim

3 What phrase does Ebenezer Scrooge famously use to dismiss Christmas?

A Merry Christmas!
B Humbug!
C Bah, humbug!
D God bless us!

4 Which Spirit takes Scrooge to see his past, including his childhood and his engagement to Belle?

A The Spirit of Christmas Present
B The Spirit of Christmas Future
C The Ghost of Jacob Marley
D The Spirit of Christmas Past

5 What is the name of Scrooge's clerk?

A Fred
B Peter Cratchit
C Bob Cratchit
D Tiny Tim

6 What object does the Ghost of Jacob Marley drag, symbolizing his earthly greed?

A A heavy book
B A sack of coins
C Chains
D A ledger

7 Which Spirit is described as a 'jolly fellow' dressed in a green velvet robe trimmed with white?

A The Spirit of Christmas Past
B The Spirit of Christmas Present
C The Spirit of Christmas Future
D The Ghost of Jacob Marley

8 What does Scrooge suggest for the poor and destitute when asked for a donation?

A He offers them jobs
B He suggests prisons and workhouses
C He tells them to work harder
D He gives them food

9 Who is Tiny Tim's father?

A Ebenezer Scrooge
B Fred
C Bob Cratchit
D Mr. Fezziwig

10 What is the name of Scrooge's nephew?

A Peter
B Dick Wilkins
C Fred
D Topper

11 The Spirit of Christmas Present shows Scrooge the Cratchit family celebrating Christmas. What is served as the main dish?

A A roast beef
B A goose
C A turkey
D A chicken

12 What game does Scrooge's nephew and his guests play during Christmas dinner?

A Charades
B Pictionary
C Yes or No
D Twenty Questions

13 The Spirit of Christmas Present reveals two wretched children to Scrooge. What do they represent?

A Joy and Hope
B Ignorance and Want
C Love and Kindness
D Wealth and Poverty

14 Who is the 'rag and bone man' that the charwoman, Mrs. Dilber, and the undertaker's man visit?

A Jacob Marley
B Mr. Fezziwig
C Old Joe
D Bob Cratchit

15 What is the name of Scrooge's sister, who comes to bring him home from school?

A Belle
B Mrs. Fezziwig
C Fan
D Martha

16 What does the Spirit of Christmas Future show Scrooge at the end of the play that deeply frightens him?

A His own lonely death and unmourned grave
B The poverty of the Cratchit family
C The death of Tiny Tim
D The emptiness of his own bank account

17 What is the first thing Scrooge does on Christmas morning after his visions?

A Goes back to sleep
B Buys a prize turkey for the Cratchits
C Visits his nephew Fred
D Apologizes to Bob Cratchit

18 What significant change does Scrooge make to Bob Cratchit's employment situation?

A He fires him
B He reduces his salary
C He raises his salary and promises to help his family
D He makes him a partner

19 What is Tiny Tim's famous closing line?

A Merry Christmas to all!
B God bless us everyone!
C Bah, humbug!
D I'm going home!

20 Who adapted 'A Christmas Carol' for the stage?

A Charles Dickens
B Jacob Marley
C Richard Casey
D Bob Cratchit

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