The Ghost of Christmas Past (stave 2) Flashcards
(9 cards)
how is he described?
both childlike amd old, gentle amd forceful, warm and cold
PARADOXES
what does the light from his head symbolise
truth, enlightenment, it exposes Scrooges flaws and lost potential
“Another idol has displaced me….a golden one” - Belle
reflects how money replaces love in Scrooges life, shows his downfall
“A solitary child, neglected by his friends”
builds audiences sympathy, pathous, pity shows emotional roots of Scrooges coldness
what does this stave begin?
Scrooges emotional awakening showing his capacity for love
what has his obsession with wealth led to
lost oppotunties, family, love
Scrooge is a ________ as the ghost shows his past
voyeur
what did dickens say about redemption
is comes via personal change
shows the importance of ______________ in shaping a person
memory and childhood
