acc themes: compassion and forgivness

Question 1

This is juxtaposing to the idea of compassion as this quote implies that Scrooge is most in need of compassion and that people feel sorry for him however do not dare offer him anything as they know he will not accept their offer.

Answer 1

“I couldn’t be angry with him if I tried. Who suffers by his ill whims; himself always

Question 2

Scrooge asks the charity workers to forgive him.

Answer 2

“Allow me to ask your pardon. And will you have the goodness”

Question 3

The charity workers have forgiven Scrooge and they are astonished by his extremely generous offer.

Answer 3

“I don’t know what to say to such munificence.”