Ghost of Christmas present

• How does the Ghost of Christmas Present appear to Scrooge?

  As a huge and vibrant character
• What does the Ghost of Christmas Present show Scrooge?

  Visions of Christmas Day celebrations
• What do the two children under the Ghost's cloak represent?

  Ignorance and Want
• What are the characteristics of the Ghost of Christmas Present?

  • Jolly and welcoming
  • Generous and open-hearted
  • Honest in reflecting Scrooge's words
  • Prophetic about mankind's suffering
• How does Dickens describe the Ghost of Christmas Present?

  As open and cheerful
• What does the Ghost's invitation to Scrooge signify?

  Excitement and generosity
• How does the Ghost of Christmas Present respond to Scrooge's question about Tiny Tim?

  By using Scrooge's own words against him
• What warning does the Ghost give Scrooge regarding the two children?

  That 'Doom' awaits unless he changes
• What does the Ghost predict about mankind?

  They will suffer without lessons of generosity
• How does Dickens contrast the Ghost of Christmas Present with the Ghost of Christmas Past?

  • The Ghost of Christmas Present is vibrant and cheerful
  • The Ghost of Christmas Past is indistinct and shadowy
  • Present focuses on current joy, while Past reflects on memories
• What does the Ghost of Christmas Present carry with him?

  A feast
• What does the phrase "decrease the surplus population" imply?

  Scrooge's harsh view on the poor
• What is the significance of the Ghost's joyful demeanor?

  It contrasts with Scrooge's initial attitude
• How does Scrooge's attitude change in the presence of the Ghost?

  He becomes more humble and willing to learn
• What lessons does the Ghost of Christmas Present aim to teach Scrooge?

  • Generosity
  • Tolerance
  • The importance of community
  • The consequences of neglecting the needy