Ghost OC Past

Question 1

“Child…old man” Method?

Answer 1

Contrast /Juxtaposition

Question 2

“Fluctuated in its distinctness” Method?

Answer 2

Symbolism

Question 3

“Jet of light” Method?

Answer 3

Motif

Question 4

“Child…old man” Analysis?

Answer 4

juxtaposing”like a child” and “like an old man”
The Past seems young with new memories, but also old with remaining and rediscovered ones-
additionally age connotes wisdom- reflecting how the ghost hopes to enlighten Scrooge through the revisiting of memories in hopes that he’ll gain a new understanding in the truth-
reflecting his journey/ transformation.

Question 5

“Fluctuated in its distinctness” Analysis?

Answer 5

symbolises how our perception of the past is constantly changing.

The spirit’s appearance is both innocent and wise, combining childlike and elderly features.
(The contrast shows the supernatural and its eternal powers)
(This duality reflects its role in bridging Scrooge’s past and present)

Question 6

“Jet of light” Analysis

Answer 6

(Motif of purity and power)
(imagery of light, which Scrooge then attempts to extinguish.)
The light symbolises knowledge. By reflecting on the past, Scrooge will understand (gain knowledge) himself better and become a wiser person.

Question 7

What does the ghost of Christmas past embody?

Answer 7

The nature of memories