English - Christmas carol

• What is Scrooge's opinion of himself?

  High opinion of himself
• How is Scrooge described in terms of personality?

  Stubborn, cold, and harsh
• What does the adjective "cutting" imply about Scrooge?


  He is unkind
• What simile is used to describe Scrooge's personality?

  "Hard and sharp as flint"
• What does Scrooge do to others in his pursuit of wealth?

  Exploits people to make money
• What does the term "emotionless" suggest about Scrooge?

  He is unfeeling
• What are the three adjectives used to describe Scrooge's emotional state?

  Stone, cold, lifeless
• What does the phrase "potential to change" imply about Scrooge?

  He has the ability to transform
• What does Scrooge's journey represent?

  A journey of redemption
• How is Scrooge's isolation described?

  Alone and isolated by choice
• What simile describes Scrooge's solitude?

  "Solitary as an oyster"
• What does the "solitary child" symbolize in relation to Scrooge?

  His hidden wealth and potential
• What does the "hidden shell" represent in Scrooge's character?

  A barrier with a hard exterior
• What does Scrooge mean by "Decrease the surplus population"?

  He values only financial worth
• What attitude does Scrooge have towards the poor?

  He criminalizes the poor as "idle"
• What does Scrooge refuse to accept regarding society?

  Social responsibility
• What does the term "threadmill questions" imply about Scrooge's behavior?

  He is rude and oppressive
• What does Scrooge think about charity collectors?

  He views them with disdain
• What does Scrooge's attitude towards forced labor indicate?

  He is indifferent to suffering
• What is the name associated with the term "Ponderous"?

  Marieg
• What does "Chain-warns" refer to in the context of the text?

  It signifies a warning from Marley
• What does Scrooge say about the chain he wears?

  "I wear the chain forged in life"
• What does the chain symbolize in the text?

  It symbolizes the burden of sins
• What sin is specifically mentioned in relation to the chain?

  Greed
• What does Marley warn Scrooge not to do?

  Not to care for others
• What is the significance of "mankind was my business"?

  It emphasizes the importance of charity
• What does the term "edge" refer to in the context of avoiding people?

  It suggests a sense of isolation
• How do the eyes being "turned down" relate to the theme of the text?

  It symbolizes a lack of engagement with humanity
• What are the key themes presented in the text?

  • The burden of greed
  • The importance of charity
  • Isolation from mankind
  • The consequences of one's actions