Fred

• Fred symbolises the good in people and sets an example of how we should behave towards one another, particularly towards family
• Dickens uses Fred's character to show generosity towards others, especially at Christmas time
• Fred invites Scrooge to celebrate Christmas at his house, highlighting the contrast between their characters
• Contrasting exclamations between Fred and Scrooge emphasize Fred's generosity and Scrooge's misanthropic attitude
• Imagery of warmth associated with Fred contrasts with imagery of coldness associated with Scrooge, encouraging the reader to judge Fred as the better man
• Fred regards Christmas as a 'kind, forgiving, charitable, pleasant time', aligning him with goodness through positive, Christian connotations
• Fred persists on inviting Scrooge for Christmas dinner, mirroring Fan's actions towards Scrooge when he was a boy, showing the potential for positive relationships with family
• Fred believes in Scrooge's potential to change and expresses pity towards him, symbolizing the Christian idea of hope for redemption
• Fred's consistent attitude towards Scrooge throughout the novella, welcoming him back into the family despite his flaws and remaining friendly
• Fred assumes a paternal, caring role when Tiny Tim dies, showing compassion and offering to help Bob Cratchit, contrasting with Scrooge's lack of empathy
• Dickens uses Fred as a symbol of goodness and a role model for readers on how to behave, especially towards difficult relations