Scrooge Quotes Flashcards
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How does the quote “squeezing wrenching …. old sinner” show selfishness
The asyndetic listing portrays Scrooge’s immoral characteristics as ongoing,casting him as an unrepentant “sinner”.The seven negative adjectives mirror the seven deadly sins Dickens uses this to highlight how the rich symbolised by Scrooge are more inclined towards moral transgression (go against morals) than the poor.The squeezing and wrenching connotes a struggle which shows Scrooge struggles to see the consequences of his frugality (stinginess)
How does the quote “quite a baby” “merry as a school” show redemtion
The infantile langauge indicates his rebirth as both a “baby and “schoolboy” which connotes innocence and youth.Scrooge is showcasing how through him repenting for his sins has regained innocence and ability to see the world in an clear light as he was once described as an “old sinner” this highlights that he has an ultimate rebirth.In christianity rebirth is a spiritual renewal and connection with God.This is linked to Jesus’s rebirth which offered salvation to humanity as Scrooge holds promise of salvation for the poor.
