The Cratchits - The Rising Action Flashcards
(2 cards)
1
Q
“Danced” “tearing in” “screaming”
A
Imagery
Scene of energy and life
Physical poverty but emotional wealth (opposite of Scrooge)
All you need is family unit-happiness
2
Q
“Eked out”
A
Imagery
Nothing taken for granted - stretch their resources as much as they can
Thankful/pride (for what they managed to put on the table)
Life - struggle for survival
(Scrooge threatening to fire him)
Exposes harsh realities
