Ghost Of Christmas Past

Question 1

“I s l t b a t s a w o t t m c j n. T a.” Regret, Empathy, Transformation

Answer 1

“I should like to be able to say a word or two to my clerk just now. That’s all.”
Scrooge’s desire to communicate with Bob Cratchit after witnessing his past demonstrates the beginning of his transformation and the awakening of his empathy. It reflects the theme of regret and the possibility of making amends.

Question 2

“A s c, n b h f i l t s - s s” Loneliness, Empathy, Childhood

Answer 2

“A solitary child, neglected by his friends is left there still - Scrooge sobbed”
- Flashback, Stage directions
Scrooge’s emotional response to his childhood self highlights the impact of his past loneliness and the beginning of his emotional thawing. It reflects the theme of the formative power of childhood experiences and the importance of empathy and human connection.

Question 3

“W y s s p o t l i g?” Memory, Self-reflection, Illumination

Answer 3

“Would you so soon put out the light I give?”
-Metaphor
The Ghost’s admonishment of Scrooge’s attempt to extinguish its light symbolizes the importance of confronting and learning from one’s past. It reflects the theme of the illuminating power of memory and the need for self-reflection.