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Author - Charles Dickens 2
Some of Dickens' works were illustrated by his friend, George Cruikshank.

Author - Charles Dickens 2

Meet Charles Dickens again, this time through his unforgettable characters, from misers and orphans to stern guardians who reveal the morals at the heart of each story.

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Fascinating Fact:

His characters, like Ebenezer Scrooge and Miss Havisham, are memorable for their striking personalities and moral significance.

In Specialist Books, this quiz looks at how Charles Dickens uses vivid personalities, sharp dialogue and detailed settings to explore Victorian life, social justice and personal moral choices.

  • Characterisation: The way an author creates and develops a character’s personality, behaviour and voice.
  • Protagonist: The main character in a story, usually the one we follow most closely.
  • Social commentary: Writing that highlights problems or injustices in society through story and character.
Why are Charles Dickens’s characters considered so memorable?

Charles Dickens’s characters are memorable because they have strong personalities, clear voices and dramatic situations that show moral choices, making them feel larger than life yet recognisably human.

Who is Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens’s work?

Ebenezer Scrooge is the central character in A Christmas Carol, a cold and selfish businessman who is transformed into a generous and caring person after a series of ghostly visits.

What does Miss Havisham represent in Great Expectations?

Miss Havisham in Great Expectations is often seen as a symbol of emotional damage and obsession, showing how bitterness and heartbreak can trap a person in the past.

1 .
In 1832 what did Charles Dickens nearly become?
Professional actor
Professional magician
Professional painter
Professional sculptor
Dickens had an audition at Covent Garden but he missed it because of a cold
2 .
What was the first name of Charles Dickens' wife?
Carol
Catherine
Cheryl
Christine
Charles and Catherine had 10 children together
3 .
Where in England was the author Charles Dickens born?
Birmingham
Liverpool
Newcastle
Portsmouth
Though Dickens was born in Portsmouth, the family moved to London when he was 3 years old
4 .
In which Dickens novel was the death of Little Nell featured?
David Copperfield
Great Expectations
Oliver Twist
The Old Curiosity Shop
The story is the tragic tale of Nell Trent and her grandfather, and their journey away from misery
5 .
What nom de plume did Charles Dickens use?
Baz
Bez
Boz
Buz
Boz was Dickens' family nickname
6 .
For what was Charles Dickens' father imprisoned in 1824?
Assault
Debt
Drunkenness
Theft
Getting into debt carried quite a stigma in 19th century Britain, as imprisonment was common
7 .
Which was not a Dickens character - Bill Sikes, Mr Pecksniff, Sam Weller, Tom Sawyer?
Bill Sikes
Mr Pecksniff
Sam Weller
Tom Sawyer
Tom Sawyer was created by Mark Twain
8 .
Which of Charles Dickens' works remained unfinished at the time of his death?
A Tale Of Two Cities
The Mystery Of Edwin Drood
Great Expectations
Our Mutual Friend
As the book was not finished Drood's killer is not revealed. His uncle, John Jasper, is the most likely murderer but no-one can be certain
9 .
Which Dickens novel features scenes from The French Revolution?
A Tale Of Two Cities
Barnaby Rudge
Nicholas Nickleby
The Pickwick Papers
The two cities in the title are London and Paris
10 .
In which Dickens novel did the character Mr Micawber appear?
David Copperfield
Great Expectations
Oliver Twist
The Old Curiosity Shop
The character, known for his phrase "something will turn up", has become synonymous with a person who lives in hopeful expectation

 

Author:  Tony Rennick (Art and Literature Critic)

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