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• What phrase describes Scrooge's isolation?

  "Solitary as an oyster"
• What does the adjective "solitary" reveal about Scrooge?

  It shows his misanthropic attitude and isolation
• How does the noun "oyster" relate to Scrooge's character?

  It suggests he has a hard exterior but potential goodness
• What does the pearl inside an oyster symbolize in relation to Scrooge?

  It indicates his capacity for goodness and redemption
• How long does it take for a pearl to form in an oyster?

  Up to 7 years
• What does the phrase "squeezing, wrenching, grasping" imply about Scrooge?

  It shows his frugal attitude and greed
• What does the adjective "old" suggest about Scrooge's mindset?

  It indicates a fixed mindset resistant to change
• How is Scrooge described in terms of morality?

  He is seen as a "sinner" due to his greed
• What do the adjectives "ruddy" and "handsome" suggest about Fred?

  They contrast with Scrooge's character and warmth
• What does the verb "sparkled" imply about Fred's personality?

  He is full of life, energy, and optimism
• What rhetorical question does Scrooge ask regarding prisons?

  "Are there no prisons?"
• What does Scrooge's rhetorical question about prisons reveal about his attitude?

  It shows his belief that the poor deserve punishment
• What does Scrooge mean by "decrease the surplus population"?

  He believes the poor are a burden on society
• What does Scrooge say about the chain he wears?

  "I wear the chain I forged in life"
• What does Marley's chain symbolize?

  His sins and guilt for not helping others
• What are the key themes associated with Scrooge's character in "A Christmas Carol"?

  • Family/Redemption
  • Greed
  • Social injustice/Poverty
• How does Dickens portray the character of Fred in "A Christmas Carol"?

  • Models ideal Christmas spirit
  • Represents warmth and kindness
  • Demonstrates family values
• What does the character of Marley represent in "A Christmas Carol"?

  • Greed and its consequences
  • Social injustice
  • The supernatural and guilt
• What does the character of Fezziwig symbolize in "A Christmas Carol"?

  • Generosity and kindness
  • Positive treatment of employees
  • Contrast to Scrooge's behavior
• What do the characters Ignorance and Want symbolize in "A Christmas Carol"?

  • The consequences of social injustice
  • The plight of the poor
  • The need for compassion and support
• What is the significance of the setting in "A Christmas Carol"?

  • Highlights poverty and social issues
  • Reflects the struggles of the destitute
  • Emphasizes the need for change and compassion
• What does the adjective "twice turned" describe in relation to Mrs. Cratchit?

  Her poverty and inability to afford new clothes
• What does the adjective "brave" suggest about Mrs. Cratchit's character?

  She shows strength despite family hardships
• What does the noun "ribbons" indicate about Mrs. Cratchit's desires?

  She wants to dress festively for Christmas
• What does Scrooge's imperative about Tiny Tim reveal?

  He shows genuine concern for Tiny Tim's fate
• What does the phrase "who suffers by his ill whims?" imply?

  Scrooge's actions primarily harm himself
• How does the description of the children as "yellow, meagre, ragged" impact the reader?

  It evokes sympathy for the destitute
• What does the phrase "the whole quarter reeked with crime" suggest about the setting?

  It highlights the social issues and poverty
• What does the determiner "whole" emphasize in the context of poverty?

  It emphasizes the widespread suffering of the poor
• What does the verb "will" imply about Scrooge's potential for change?

  It gives hope for his genuine transformation
• What are the key themes in "A Christmas Carol" related to poverty?

  • High mortality rates for poor children
  • Social injustice and its ramifications
  • The need for compassion and support
• How does Dickens use the character of Scrooge to convey social messages?

  • Represents the consequences of greed
  • Highlights the importance of family and community
  • Advocates for social responsibility and compassion