Fred

Question 1

“A merry Christmas, uncle! God save you!” cried a cheerful
voice.

Answer 1

embodies the spirit of Christmas and contrasts with his uncle’s miserly disposition.

Question 2

What reason have you to be morose? You’re rich
enough.”

Answer 2

highlighting how Scrooge’s wealth doesn’t translate to joy, and Fred’s perspective suggests that happiness isn’t solely dependent on material possessions.

Question 3

However, his offences carry
their own punishment, and I have nothing to say against him.”

Answer 3

Fred says this when he is trying to defend Scrooge from what bad things Fred’s wife is saying to him. Fred thinks that Scrooge gets punished enough for his actions and that he is a man that they should feel sorry for.

Question 4

Uncle Scrooge had imperceptibly become so gay and light of
heart

when seeing fred and his family

Answer 4

This phrase describes Scrooge’s new emotional state, which contrasts sharply with his previous cold and cynical demeanour. “Gay” implies happiness and cheerfulness, while “light of heart” suggests a carefree and optimistic spirit

“Imperceptibly”:
This word highlights the subtle nature of the transformation. It suggests that the change was gradual rather than sudden