Stave 3

Cards (8)

  • 'God bless us every one!' - Tiny Tim
  • "'Mr Scrooge" said Bob. "I'll give you Mr Scrooge, the founder of the feast!"'
  • "'Are there no prisons?" said the Spirit, turning on him for the last time with his own words. "Are there no workhouses?"'
  • Summary
    The ghost of Christmas present shows Scrooge the Cratchit's Christmas. He tells Scrooge that Tiny Tim will die if nothing changes. The Ghost shows Scrooge his nephew, Fred, enjoying Christmas with family and friends. Scrooge is happy and lighthearted. Before disappearing, the Ghost shows Scrooge two monstrous children, who symbolise ignorance and want.
  • Who is Tiny Tim?
    Bob Cratchit's son.
  • What does Scrooge ask the Ghost about Tiny Tim?
    Whether he will live.
  • How does Scrooge react to Fred's party?
    He starts to play the games with them and enjoys himself.
  • What are the children that emerge from the Ghost's cloak?
    They represent the ignorance and want of the poor and they show how the actions of the rich affect the poor.