family Flashcards
(9 cards)
Scrooge’s famous dismissal of Christmas reflects his cynicism and emotional coldness
“Bah humbug”
Fred is seen to be the antithesis of Scrooge who even visits his cold uncle
“merry christmas uncle”
Scrooge rejects Fred’s warm welcome continuously showing his rejection of family
“Good afternoon”
Audience begins to feel sympathy for scrooge, and this quote also hints at the ability of redemption
“Father is so much kinder than he used to be…” – Fan
More sympathy is formed for Scrooge as the reader begins to understand Scrooge’s coldness toward family life
“she died a women”
At Scrooge’s opportunity for a family he ruins it and makes it business like
“Another idol has displaced me… a golden one.”
“Our contract is an old one”
The Cratchits show that family joy comes from love, not wealth—Dickens idealises them
“They were not a handsome family… but they were happy, grateful, pleased with one another.”
Deep affection between Bob and Tiny Tim reflects the strength of parental love.
“Bob held his withered little hand in his, as if he loved the child, and wished to keep him by his side”
Scrooge finally seeks reconnection with his family, reversing his earlier rejection
“Will you let me in, Fred?”
