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A Christmas Carol
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Cards (9)
Who are the characters represented by Ignorance and Want?
A
boy
and a
girl
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What do Ignorance and Want symbolize in society?
Products of
human neglect
and society's failures
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Why is Ignorance considered the greater danger?
It leads to
cruelty
, injustice, and social decay
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What is Scrooge's reaction to Ignorance and Want's appearance?
He is
shocked
and disturbed
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What does Scrooge question after seeing Ignorance and Want?
Whether there are no
prisons
or
workhouses
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How does the Ghost of Christmas Present mock Scrooge?
By
turning
his
cruel
words
back
on
him
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What does the description of the children's appearance signify?
Poverty
and
ignorance
destroy innocence
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What does the ghost warn about Ignorance's future impact on society?
It will lead to society's
downfall
without
education
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What is the overall message conveyed by the Ghost of Christmas Present regarding Ignorance and Want?
Ignorance and Want are societal failures
They symbolize the
consequences
of neglect
Education
and compassion are essential to prevent doom
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