A Christmas Carol Themes: Family Flashcards

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What are some of the important quotes that are themed family in Stave Two?

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  1. “Always a delicate creature, whom a breath might have withered.” said the ghost. “But she had a large heart!”
  2. “So she had” cried Scrooge. “You’re right. I’ll not gainsay it, Spirit. God for bid!”
  3. “She died a woman .” said the ghost. “and had, as I think, children. “
  4. “True” said the ghost. “Your nephew!”
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What are some important quotes themed family from Stave Three?

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  1. They were not a handsome family; they were not well dressed; their shoes were far from being water - proof; their clothes were scanty; and Peter might have known, and very likely did, the inside of a pawnbrokers. But they were happy, grateful, pleased with one another, and contented with the time.
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What are some more important quotes themed family in Stave Three?

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  1. “A Merry Christmas and a happy New Year to the old man, whatever he is!.” said Scrooge’s nephew. “He wouldn’t take it from me, but may he have it, nevertheless . Uncle Scrooge!”
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What are some important quotes themed family in Stave Five?

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  1. Scrooge was better than his word. He did it all, and infinitely more; and to Tiny Tim, who did not die, he was a second father.
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How does the author use the ghost of Christmas Past to represent the theme of Family?

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The Ghost of Christmas Past reminds Scrooge of the loving and affectionate relationship he had with his sister, Fan. The spirit shows Scrooge that he has a chance for a similar relationship with his nephew, but he has been rejecting it.

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How does the author uses the Cratchits to represent a theme of Family?

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Through the Cratchits, Dickens shows us the importance of family - they have very little in terms of possessions, but they are happy anyway because they have eachother.

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How does the author uses Fred(Scrooge’s nephew) to represent the theme Family?

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Throughout the novella, Fred shows Scrooge unconditional love even when it isn’t returned. Dickens uses Fred as an example of how family should treat each other - with an open heart and willingness to forgive.

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How does Scrooge’s opinion change towards family?

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Scrooge’s reward for his transformation is the happiness that he’s always missed out on. Dickens shows us that the ultimate happiness is found in a loving family.

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