Themes
What does the character Fred Symbolize?
He symbolizes generosity, compassion, and the spirit of Christmas.
Is this character introverted or extroverted? Why?
Extraverted. He expresses optimism and engages socially.
There were ruddy, brown-faced, broad-girthed Spanish Onions.
Personification
How does Fred embody hope and optimism?
He remains optimistic and hopeful even when Scrooge mocks him.
Is this character intuitive or sensing? Why?
Intuitive. An idealistic view of Christmas/compassion
shining in the fatness of their growth like Spanish Friars; and winking from their shelves in wanton slyness at the girls as they went by, and glanced demurely at the hung-up mistletoe.
Simile
What does Fred represent in terms of family?
He represents familial loyalty and unwavering love despite Scrooge’s rejection.
Is this character judging or perceiving? Why?
Judging. He planned the Christmas party for his family carefully.
As the last stroke ceased to vibrate, he remembered the prediction of old Jacob Marley, and lifting up his eyes, beheld a solemn Phantom, draped and hooded, coming, like a mist along the ground, towards him.
Simile