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A Christmas Carol GCSE – Scrooge Repents

(14-slide editable PowerPoint with worksheets)

This differentiated GCSE English Literature lesson focuses on Dickens’ presentation of Scrooge’s repentance during the dramatic conclusion of Stave Four in A Christmas Carol. The 14-slide fully editable PowerPoint and accompanying worksheets guide learners through close reading, analysis, and reflection on Scrooge’s emotional transformation.

The lesson begins with a differentiated Quick-Fire Quiz, where learners answer as many questions as possible about the Three Spirits in five minutes. This retrieval activity consolidates prior knowledge and prepares students for a deeper analysis of the passage.

Learners then read from “The Spirit stood among the graves” down to the end of Stave Four, focusing on:

• How Dickens presents Scrooge’s growing fear and desperation

• The symbolic role of the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come in shaping Scrooge’s change

• How Dickens builds tension through imagery, dialogue, and setting

Following the reading, learners complete a structured task encouraging them to explore different aspects of the scene, including Scrooge’s emotional state, Dickens’ use of symbolism, and the significance of this moment for the novella’s themes.

The lesson concludes with a brief plenary review, where learners summarise the key events of the passage, consolidating their understanding of Scrooge’s turning point before his redemption in Stave Five.

Suggested answers are provided for all activities, making this resource ideal for classroom teaching, revision, intervention, or exam preparation.

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