Characters-Ghost Of Xmas Past Flashcards
1
Q
3 words to describe the GoCP.
A
Young and old
Commanding
Streaming with light
2
Q
The GoCP is gentle, use evidence to show this.
A
‘The spirit gazed upon him mildly. It’s gentle touch, though it had been light and instantaneous…’
This gives the over all feeling of the ghost being well-meaning.
3
Q
Although the ghost is gentle, suggest a contrast to this, use language and evidence.
A
The ghost of Christmas past is gentle however also firm ‘clasped him gentle b the arm. Rise! And fly
with me!’ The imperative verbs show that the ghost is to be obeyed and it has control here.
