stave 3

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What is the main focus of stave three in "A Christmas Carol"?
Scrooge's encounter with the Ghost of Christmas Present
At what time does Scrooge wake up in stave three?
1 AM
How does Scrooge feel when he wakes up in stave three?
Nervous and apprehensive
What does Scrooge see when he enters the adjoining room?
A transformed room filled with Christmas decorations
Who is the jolly giant that Scrooge meets in stave three?
The Ghost of Christmas Present
What does the Ghost of Christmas Present wear?
A green or white trimmed robe with a crown of holly
What does the appearance of the Ghost of Christmas Present suggest about its character?
It is pleasant and joyful
What happens when Scrooge touches the spirit's robe?
They are teleported to the streets of London on Christmas Day
How do the people in the streets of London feel on Christmas Day despite the gloomy weather?
They are generally in a good mood
What does the Ghost of Christmas Present sprinkle on the dinners of the poor?
Christmas cheer
What argument do Scrooge and the spirit have regarding Sundays?
Scrooge supports closing shops on Sundays, but the spirit disagrees
What do we learn about the Cratchit family's living conditions?
They are impoverished and struggle to make ends meet
Who is Tiny Tim?
A sick child who uses a crutch
What does the spirit say about Tiny Tim's future?
He will not survive
How does the spirit use Scrooge's own words against him?
By suggesting Scrooge is part of the surplus population
What does Bob Cratchit propose during their Christmas dinner?
A toast to Scrooge
How does Mrs. Cratchit feel about toasting Scrooge?
She is annoyed but goes along with it
What does the spirit show Scrooge about how different communities celebrate Christmas?
Christmas is universally celebrated even in difficult environments
What does Scrooge observe at Fred's house?
Fun, games, music, and laughter
What do Fred and his friends discuss regarding Scrooge during their celebration?
That his wealth does not bring him happiness
Who do the spirit's robes reveal at the end of stave three?
Two poor children named Ignorance and Want
What happens to the spirit as the day ends?
It visibly ages and confirms it will die that evening
What does the spirit say about the responsibility of mankind towards Ignorance and Want?
They are man's responsibility
How does the spirit respond to Scrooge's question about helping the children?
By using Scrooge's own words about prisons and workhouses against him
What figure approaches Scrooge after the spirit vanishes?
A solemn phantom with its hood up
What are the key themes presented in stave three of "A Christmas Carol"?
The importance of generosity and compassion
The contrast between wealth and happiness
The universal celebration of Christmas
The consequences of ignorance and neglect
How does stave three illustrate Scrooge's character development?
Scrooge witnesses the joy of Christmas
He sees the struggles of the Cratchit family
He realizes the impact of his actions on others
He begins to understand the value of community and family