Bob Cratchit Flashcards
1
Q
“(he) tried to warm himself at the candle”
A
- Obedient
- Pitiful
- Prefer to do this than challenge Scrooge
2
Q
“I’ll give you Mr. Scrooge, the Founder of the Feast”
A
- Generous
- Grateful for his boss even though he has a low wage
3
Q
“display of glass; two tumblers, and a custard-cup without a handle.”
A
- Poor
- Even though very little, displayed with pride
4
Q
“A Merry Christmas to us all, my dears. God bless us.”
A
- Still cheerful and positive despite having very little
5
Q
“My little, little child!” cried Bob “My little child.”
A
- Sympathetic towards Bob
- Cares deeply about Tiny Tim
6
Q
“It’s only once a year sir’ pleaded bob, appearing from the tank’
A
- ‘pleaded’ indicates worry about being punished by Scrooge
- Afraid of Scrooge’s reaction
7
Q
What are qualities of Bob Cratchit?
A
- Exploited
- Underpaid
- Hardworking
- Forgiving
- Good-willed
- Resilient
- Working class
8
Q
What feeling is Bob Cratchit meant to evoke within readers?
A
Sympathy towards the working class
