Bob cratchit

• Who is Bob Cratchit in A Christmas Carol?

  A character representing the working poor
• Why is Bob Cratchit important in the novella?

  He shows richness in values despite poverty
• How does Bob Cratchit act as a foil to Scrooge?

  Bob is kind, while Scrooge is not
• What character trait describes Bob's generosity?

  He toasts Scrooge on Christmas Day
• How does Bob demonstrate obedience at work?

  He takes orders without complaining
• What is Bob's attitude towards his family?

  He is kind and loving
• How does Bob's situation change by the end of the novella?

  His situation improves due to Scrooge's change
• What does Dickens suggest about the poor through Bob's character?

  They are not lazy but deserving of compassion
• How does Bob address Scrooge despite his behavior?

  He calls him "sir"
• What is Bob's attitude towards Christmas?

  He speaks positively and with gratitude
• How does Bob's dialogue reflect his character traits?

  His polite diction shows his respectfulness
• What emotional quality does Bob display in his statements?

  He often uses exclamatory statements
• What are the key stages of Bob Cratchit's character development?

  • Stave 1: Introduced as a timid clerk
  • Stave 3: A loving family man celebrating Christmas
  • Stave 4: Faces potential tragedy with Tiny Tim
• What does Bob Cratchit represent in Victorian society?

  He symbolizes the working poor's struggles
• How does Bob's character reflect Christian values?

  He embodies moral righteousness and kindness
• How is Bob Cratchit portrayed as a caricature?

  He is too good to be true, symbolizing social issues
• What is the setting of Bob's workplace described as?

  A dismal little cell
• How does Bob cope with Tiny Tim's health issues?

  He struggles to provide adequate care
• What does Dickens imply about the upper class's view of the poor through Bob's character?

  They view the poor merely as laborers