The Ghost of Christmas Past Flashcards
“It was a strange figure - like a child: yet not so like a child”0
Juxtaposition. Doesn’t want to be defined as young or old as he represents everyone.
“It wore a tunic of the purest white”
Superlative “purest” links to being sent from heaven. Colour symbolism of white.
“Branch of fresh green holly”
Symbolises christmas. Holly is ever green and ever lasting. Religious connotations.
“Figure itself fluctuated”
Shows Ghost is ephemeral, not ever lasting. Like a flickering candle.
“Your welfare”
After Scrooge asked what his business was. Answers in very short answers. No words wasted. Leave an impact.
“Rise! And walk with me!”
Imperatives shows the Ghost is to be obeyed.
“Crown of its head there sprung a bright clear jet of light”
Symbolises a beacon which guides and helps you. Religious connotations.
“Would you so soon put out the light I give”
Scrooge doesn’t want to see anymore. Ghost tormenting him.
