Character Evolution
What does Scrooge do at the beginning of the story that shows he is mean?
*Scrooge refuses to give money to charity
*tells his nephew that Christmas is a waste of time.
Paraphrase Scrooge's famous line "Bah! Humbug!"
crooge is saying that Christmas is silly and not worth celebrating
What spooky thing happens in Act 1 that suggests Scrooge can change?
Jacob Marley's ghost appears and warns Scrooge to change his ways
What lesson does Scrooge learn through his journey with the ghosts?
Scrooge learns that it’s never too late to change and that caring for others brings true happiness.
How does Bob Cratchit feel about Scrooge even though Scrooge treats him poorly?
Bob is thankful and respectful toward Scrooge, showing kindness despite Scrooge's harsh behavior.
How can you say what Bob Cratchit thinks about Christmas in a different way?
Bob believes that Christmas is a special time for families to be together and enjoy each other's company.
How does meeting the Cratchit family in Act 2 help Scrooge see things differently?
The Cratchit family's love and happiness make Scrooge want to be more generous and kind.
How does Scrooge's relationship with his nephew Fred reflect his character at the beginning of the story?
Scrooge's refusal to accept Fred's invitation to Christmas dinner shows his isolation and lack of family connection, highlighting his unkind nature.
How does Scrooge feel when he sees his younger self at school?
Scrooge feels sad and regretful because he remembers being lonely as a child.
What does Scrooge mean when he asks, "Are there no prisons? No workhouses?"?
Scrooge is questioning why people need help when there are places for the poor to go.
What does Scrooge learn about community when he is with the Ghost of Christmas Present?
He learns that being part of a community and sharing joy with others is important for happiness.
How do Scrooge’s feelings about Christmas change by the end of the story?
By the end of the story, Scrooge becomes joyful and embraces the spirit of Christmas, wanting to celebrate and help others.
What does the Ghost of Christmas Present show Scrooge in Act 2?
The Ghost shows Scrooge how joyful and loving Christmas can be, helping him understand the importance of caring for others.
How can we rephrase Scrooge's idea that he will "honor Christmas in my heart"?
Scrooge decides to keep the spirit of Christmas in his heart all year long
How does helping Tiny Tim show that Scrooge is changing?
When Scrooge decides to help Tiny Tim, it shows he is becoming more caring and wants to make up for being mean.
How do the Cratchit family's struggles impact Scrooge's views on wealth and generosity?
Seeing the Cratchit family's hardships helps Scrooge realize that wealth should be used to help others, leading him to become more generous and caring.
How does Scrooge's attitude toward Tiny Tim change from Act 1 to Act 2?
Scrooge starts to care about Tiny Tim and wants to help him after seeing how much the Cratchit family loves him.
What does the Cratchit family's Christmas dinner show?
The Cratchit family, even though they don’t have much money, enjoys Christmas together with love and happiness.
How does Scrooge change in Act 2 that shows he has found redemption?
Scrooge goes from being greedy to being generous and caring, showing that he can change for the better.
What is the significance of the Ghost of Christmas Future in Scrooge's transformation?
The Ghost of Christmas Future shows Scrooge a bleak vision of his lonely death, which motivates him to change his life and become a better person.