time &memory Flashcards
quote 1
“Why, its Ali Baba!” Scrooge exclaimed in ecstasy. “It’s dear old Ali Baba!” p31
here Scrooge is shown an memory of him as a child demonstrating to be a positive and creative child who found comfort in imaginary figures which suggest that Scrooge has the capability to change.
quote 2
“You may- the memory of what is past held makes me hope you-will have pain in this… and you will dismiss the recollection of it gladly, as an unprofitable dream”
Belle suggests that memories hold emotional weight, as Scrooge may one day feel pain recalling their past. highlighting how memories remain powerful, even when people try to suppress them
Belle’s words show how time has changed Scrooge, making him prioritize wealth over love. The phrase “unprofitable dream” suggests that time alters perspectives, making past emotions seem insignificant or painful.
quote 3
“Scrooge was the Ogre of the family. The mention of his name cast a dark shadow on the party”
The metaphor “Ogre of the family” dehumanizes Scrooge, portraying him as a monstrous figure that is feared , reinforcing his complete alienation from warmth and love. The imagery of a “dark shadow” symbolizes the gloom he brings to others, forcing him to reflect on how his choices have made him an outcast. This moment is pivotal, as it confronts Scrooge with the reality that his rejection of family and joy has not only harmed himself but also cast sorrow on those around him, pushing him toward self-reform
quote 4
“Scrooge crept towards it, trembling as he went and .. read upon the stone of the neglected grave his own name Ebenezer Scrooge” p80
Dickens uses the future to highlight the consequences of Scrooge’s capitalist mindset and demonstrating the miserable legacy he left behind in order to invoke change in Scrooge.
quote 5
“I shall live in the past, present, and the future. The spirit of all Three shall strive within me” p80
Having now witnessed his memories and his fate the Ghost showed him Scrooge understands what he has to do to change demonstrating the success of the Ghost in transforming Scrooge.
