1. A CHRISTMAS CAROL – character revision – choose your level of difficulty!
EXTRA HOT TASKS
Examine 3 minor characters and explain why you think Dickens has put them in the novella. What is their purpose and motivation?
Interview Dickens. Ask him questions about 3 characters. Use some key quotes from each character and ask Dickens what they tell us about the character’s purpose and motivation.
HOT TASKS
Interview with Scrooge at the end of stave 1.
Create and answer 10 questions you would ask Scrooge at the end of stave 1. How would Scrooge answer the same questions differently at the end of the novella?
Design a web of connections exploring the links and relationships between the characters in the novella. Colour code any related feelings e.g. love, happiness, jealousy and family.
In less than 200 words explain why Fred is an important character in the novella.
In less than 200 words explain why you think Bob Cratchit is an important character in the novella.
MILD TASKS
Create detailed fact files on 3 key characters – include and learn key quotes. How does the character develop in the story?
Interview a character – choose 1 key character and write 10 questions you would ask them and what their answers might be. Focus on the plot and their personality.
Create a storyboard showing how Scrooge changes during the novella. Include key quotes to learn.