A Christmas Carol

• "A solitary child, neglected by his friends"-a simile.(‘solitary’)symbolises his isolation and presents him as hostile
• "The boy was grave. He knew that it was a poor time to make merry, indeed."
• "He was very slow in coming to the fire; and hung shivering in his clothes, looking out despondently at the fog."
• "I wish to be left alone," said Scrooge.
• "There is nothing on which it is so hard as poverty," said Scrooge, counting out his gold pieces.
• At the beginning Scrooge is presented as miserly and misanthropic.
• Scrooge's character changes throughout the story from being cold hearted to caring about others.
• Dickens uses symbolism such as the ghost of Jacob Marley and Tiny Tim to convey messages about social issues like greed and inequality.
• Charles Dickens wrote A Christmas Carol in 1843 during a period of economic depression and social unrest.
• The use of foreshadowing creates suspense and builds tension leading up to the climax of the story.
• The novel explores themes of redemption, compassion, and the importance of family and community.
• The theme of redemption is explored through Scrooge's transformation into a kinder person.
• A Christmas Carol was written at a time when there were significant social problems in England, including poverty, hunger, and disease.
• Scrooge's character development shows how one can transform from being selfish and cruel to caring and generous.