Stave 5 - ACC

• What does the noun "feather" symbolize in the context of the quote "I am as light as a feather"?

  It symbolizes positive spirit and freedom
• How does Dickens use the contrast between Marley’s ghost and Scrooge's feelings?

  To show Scrooge's burdens have been lifted
• What does the simile "I am as merry as a schoolboy" reflect about Scrooge's feelings?

  It reflects his youthful joy for Christmas
• What does the adjective "big" in "Not the little prize turkey: the big one" signify about Scrooge?

  It signifies his generosity towards the Cratchit family
• How does the juxtaposition in "Not the little prize turkey: the big one" reflect Scrooge's character change?

  It shows he is caring for the poor now
• What does the verb "raise" in "I'll raise your salary" indicate about Scrooge's transformation?

  It indicates he is willing to help Bob now
• What does the verb "endeavour" suggest about Scrooge's intentions?

  It suggests he is committed to helping others
• How does the phrase "he was a second father" relate to Scrooge's character development?

  It shows he values family and cares for Tim
• What does the inclusive pronoun "everyone" in "god bless us, everyone!" signify?

  It signifies community and mutual care
• How does the exclamative sentence "god bless us, everyone!" affect the tone of the scene?

  It creates an excited and overjoyed tone
• What do the capitalized words in "god bless us, everyone!" remind the reader of?

  They remind the reader of Christian values
• What are the key themes reflected in Scrooge's transformation throughout the text?

  • Positive spirit and freedom
  • Generosity and caring for others
  • Value of family and community
  • Embracing Christian values
• How does Dickens illustrate Scrooge's change in attitude towards Christmas?

  • Use of similes and adjectives
  • Contrast with Marley’s ghost
  • Actions towards the Cratchit family
  • Emphasis on community and family values
• “I am as light as a feather”
• “I am as merry as a schoolboy”
• “Not the little prize turkey: the big one”
• “Ill raise your salary and endeavour to assist your struggling family”
• “And to tiny Tim, who did not die, he was a second father”
• “And so, as tiny Tim observed, god bless us, everyone!”