Stave 5 Flashcards
How does Scrooge use his wealth to be charitable?
Sending the ‘prize turkey’ from the butchers to the Cratchits household.
What are the 2 similes used to describe Scrooge as pleasant?
‘I am as happy as an angel’ ‘I am as light as a feather’
What does Scrooge sending the prize turkey to the Cratchits say about Dickens’ beliefs?
It proves the fact that the rich should take responsibility for helping the poor
What does the repetition of ‘chuckle’ show, after Scrooge donates money?
A light hearted mood/atmosphere and shows Scrooges change in attitude towards charity
What does this phrase contrast? ‘Golden sunlight; heavenly sky, sweet fresh air; merry bells’
The dismal weather portrayed in the start. The weather has become more positive and so has Scrooge’s attitude (pathetic fallacy)
What does this phrase say about Scrooge’s emotions? ‘He passed the door a dozen times before he had the courage’
He is nervous and clearly cares about how is family views him, showing that he realises the importance of family.
What does this phrase tell the reader about Scrooge’s redemption? ‘To Tiny Tim who did not die’
His survival is a sign that Scrooge has redeemed himself and changed for the better of everybody around him
What in Stave 5 proves a circular narrative in the novella?
Scrooge tells the charitymen he would not donate and to leave him alone whereas in Stave 5 is now willing to make a ‘generous donation’
What is the use of the phrase: ‘God bless us everyone’
Encourages everyone to make anyway feel blessed, including the poor. The message reminds Christians to help the poor where they can
Why are the similes: ‘as light as a feather’ and ‘as happy as an angel’ used to describe Scrooge?
To contrast the similes describing him as flint at the start.
Why does Scrooge repeat the phrase: ‘The spirits of all 3 shall thrive within me’?
Proves that he is keeping his promises and dedicated to making change.
