Scrooge Flashcards
“I r y s, b, a e t a y s f” Redemption, Generosity, Empathy
“T’ll raise your salary, Bob, and endeavour to assist your struggling family”
This quote demonstrates Scrooge’s transformation and newfound generosity, as he pledges to help the Cratchit family. It shows his shift from miserly to charitable, embodying the theme of redemption.
“T m I m s a t w o t s!” Fate, Transformation, Redemption
“Tell me I may sponge away the writing on this stone!”
- Metaphor
Scrooge’s desperate plea to the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come reflects his fear of the dire future that awaits him it he does not change. This quote highlights the theme of fate and the possibility of altering one’s destiny through personal transformation.
“I w h C i m h, a t t k i t w y r” Redemption, Goodwill, Transformation
“I will honour Christmas in my heart, and try to keep it the whole year round”
- Imperitive
This quote encapsulates Scrooge’s transformation and his commitment to embracing the spirit of Christmas beyond the holiday season. It reflects the theme of redemption and the enduring power of goodwill.
“B! H!” Cynicism, Bitterness, Lack of Empathy
“Bah! Humbug!”
- interjection (Negativity and opposition)
Scrooge’s iconic catchphrase epitomizes his initial dismissive attitude towards Christmas and its associated sentiments. It reflects his bitterness, cynicism (doubt) , and lack of empathy.
“H w a t-f a a g” Greed, Miserliness, Lack of Generosity
“He was as tight-fisted as a grindstone”
This metaphorical description of Scrooge’s miserly nature emphasises his extreme frugality (cautious with money) and lack of generosity. It reflects the theme of greed and the negative impact of valuing wealth over human connection.
“A l b w s r n a f f” Loneliness, Isolation, Childhood
“A lonely boy was sat reading near a feeble fire”
- Fricitive, Oxymoron (weak fire reflects childhood)
This description of young Scrooge’s solitary childhood highlights his early experiences of isolation and neglect. It reflects the theme of loneliness and its impact on shaping one’s character.
“I w a s o h t h k h t k c w” Goodwill, Christmas Spirit, Contrast
“It was always said of him that he knew how to keep Christmas well”
- Juxtaposes the start
This quote, referring to Scrooge’s nephew Fred, contrasts with Scrooge’s initial attitude towards Christmas. It highlights the theme of goodwill and the positive impact of embracing the Christmas spirit.
“S s t e-c a p i d u i h” Denial, Fear, Resistance to Change
“Scrooge seized the extinguisher cap and pressed it down upon its head”
- Symbolism
Scrooge’s attempt to extinguish the Ghost of Christmas Past symbolises his resistance to confronting his past and the lessons it holds. It reflects the theme of denial and the fear of facing one’s memories.
“A t n p, n w f t p?” Lack of Empathy, Social Responsibility, Poverty
“Are there no prisons, no workhouses for the poor?”
- Rhetorical question
Scrooge’s callous response to the charitable gentlemen reflects his lack of empathy for the less fortunate and his belief in the punitive treatment of the poor. It highlights the theme of social responsibility and the need for compassion.
“T t p s d a d t s p” Inhumanity, Malthusianism, Lack of Compassion
“Then the poor should die and decrease the surplus population”
- Hyperbole (exaggerates the idea of population control to an absurd degree.)
This harsh statement by Scrooge reflects his initial disregard for human life and his belief in the principles of Malthusianism.
It highlights the theme of inhumanity and the dangers of prioritizing economic theory over human welfare.
