Character - Christmas Past

• Who is the first spirit to visit Scrooge?

  The Ghost of Christmas Past
• What does the Ghost of Christmas Past represent?

  Scrooge's memories and lost love
• When does the Ghost of Christmas Past arrive?

  As the clock chimes one
• How is the Ghost of Christmas Past described?

  As both old and young with light
• What does the light from the Ghost of Christmas Past symbolize?

  Scrooge's past behavior can be redeemed
• What is Scrooge's reaction to the final scene shown by the ghost?

  He cannot bear to witness it
• Who is Scrooge's lost love shown in the vision?

  Belle
• How does Scrooge attempt to interact with the ghost?

  He tries to extinguish its light
• What does the ghost's flickering appearance suggest?

  It reflects Scrooge's unstable past
• How does the ghost communicate with Scrooge?

  With brief replies and gentle demeanor
• What does the ghost say when Scrooge asks its business?

  "Your welfare!"
• What do the imperatives 'Rise' and 'walk' indicate about the ghost?

  It has control and demands obedience
• What are the key characteristics of the Ghost of Christmas Past?

  • Ephemeral: Shifting in appearance
  • Gentle: Calm communication
  • Quiet: Brief replies
  • Firm: Commands obedience
• How does the Ghost of Christmas Past reflect Scrooge's character development?

  • Represents memories and lost love
  • Shows potential for redemption
  • Highlights the impact of past actions
• How do the three Spirits differ from Jacob Marley?

  They are incarnations of Christmas
• What do the first two Spirits force Scrooge to do?

  Reconnect with his past and observe Christmas
• What does the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come indicate to Scrooge?

  His future if he prioritizes money
• What does Dickens associate with the Ghost of Christmas Past?

  Light
• What does the light from the Ghost of Christmas Past symbolize?

  Knowledge
• How does Scrooge react to the Ghost's light?

  He tries to extinguish it
• What does Scrooge's action of extinguishing the light suggest?

  He blocks out painful memories
• What does Dickens imply about Scrooge's memories with the Ghost?

  Some lessons will remain with him
• How is the Ghost of Christmas Present described?

  As a large, happy man
• What does the 'Horn of Plenty' symbolize?

  Abundance, good fortune, and fertility
• How does the Spirit of Christmas Present help Scrooge?

  By shedding light on his misdemeanours
• How do the Cratchits and others celebrate Christmas?

  With community and goodwill
• How is the final Ghost described?

  As the most frightening of them all
• What does the Ghost of Christmas Past use to extinguish its light?

  A great extinguisher for a cap
• What does the light symbolize in the context of the Ghosts?

  Hope and positive change
• What does Scrooge's desire to extinguish the light reveal about him?

  His wish to avoid painful memories
• What does Dickens want to convey through the Spirit's jolliness?

  Goodwill should spread among people