Learning about the context of 'A Christmas Carol'
I can discuss the author and context of ‘A Christmas Carol’.
Learning about the context of 'A Christmas Carol'
I can discuss the author and context of ‘A Christmas Carol’.
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Key learning points
- Charles Dickens lived during the Victorian era.
- He was a very popular author who often represented the contrast between the rich and the poor.
- He wrote ‘A Christmas Carol’ in 1843.
- It is set on the lively, bustling streets of Victorian London.
- ‘A Christmas Carol’ features a character called Scrooge. He is unkind and he doesn’t like Christmas.
Keywords
Victorian era - In British history, The Victorian era is the period of time during which Queen Victoria was on the throne (1837 - 1901).
Context - Historical context refers to the background information that existed at a specific period in history.
Poverty - Poverty is the state of being extremely poor.
Contrast - Contrast is significant difference between one thing and another.
Common misconception
Pupils may not have much knowledge or understanding of the Victorian era.
Prior to this lesson, provide an opportunity for pupils to conduct research into the Victorian era and what life was like for people at that time.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
poor
serious
quiet
Exit quiz
6 Questions
the period of time during which Queen Victoria was on the throne
the background information from a particular period
the state of being extremely poor
significant difference between one thing and another