Analysis of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol a

A. Record your initial reaction to the work (suggested length of 1 paragraph or half a page) by doing the following:

1. Describe your initial thoughts and/or feelings about the work.
2. Describe in detail at least one aspect of the work that most interests you.

B. Analyze the work (suggested length of 2-4 pages) by doing the following:

1. Describe the historical context of the period in which the work was written.
2. Discuss insights into the work that can be gained from the author's biography.
3. Analyze how this work explores a particular theme and/or stylistic characteristic from its period.
4. Explain the relevance of this work for today’s audiences.

C. Discuss how the deeper knowledge you gained through your analysis has informed or altered your thoughts and/or feelings about the work

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