Ghost Of Yet To Come

Question 1

Describe ghost

Answer 1

“Slowly, gravely, silently”
“Deep black garment”
“Scatter gloom”
“Concealed it’s head”
“Mysterious presence”

Question 2

Purpose of ghost

Answer 2

Personification of death
- sombre and ominous
Exemplify idea of accountability and that actions have consequences

Question 3

Purpose of being surround by “darkness”

Answer 3

Semantic field of blackness
= contrasts previous spirits with symbols of light
= motif of light used to represent positivity and Christmas spirit
BUT without light his future will be bleak and unpromising
= idea he needs to repent and exhibit Christmas spirit to grow

Question 4

Key quote analysis

Answer 4

“Shrouded in a deep black garment”
= use of imagery resonates both Victorian and modern readers
= recognise image of grim reaper
= widely recognised symbol of death