A Christmas Carol (AQA GCSE English Literature)

He realises that poverty does not affect happiness.

He begins to understand that his actions have a direct impact on others’ lives.

He believes that the Cratchits are responsible for their own poverty but wants to help regardless.

He envies the Cratchit family’s sense of unity as it reminds him of his own children.

Scrooge dismisses them, as he did in Stave 1, showing his consistent nature.

Scrooge promises to donate in the future but does not make a commitment.

Scrooge tells them to return later as he is busy.

Scrooge welcomes them and makes a generous donation.

Scrooge is afraid of his financial ruin and losing his wealth.

Scrooge worries that Fred will inherit his money and squander it.

Scrooge fears dying alone and being unloved.

Scrooge is concerned that he will lose his reputation as a successful businessman.

It shows that Scrooge is now willing to share his wealth with the poor.

It suggests that Scrooge wants to alter his fate by being more charitable and kind.

It reflects Scrooge’s desire to repair his relationships with his family.

It shows that Scrooge wants to manipulate his future for his own benefit.

It shows that Scrooge has learned to appreciate time and will use his wealth to enjoy life while he is still able to.

It suggests that Scrooge will retain the lessons of his past and make positive changes in the present and future.

It indicates that Scrooge wants to remain wealthy while helping others physically, spiritually, and financially.

It reflects his desire to revisit his youth and undo his mistakes so that his childhood self can grow up differently.

Scrooge sees Bob as undeserving of kindness and generosity.

Scrooge believes Bob is too lazy and needs to work harder.

Scrooge shows that he wants to help Bob but is afraid of being taken advantage of.

Scrooge values Bob’s hard work but feels he has no obligation to reward him.

He would feel justified, believing hard work made him successful.

He would begin to question whether his treatment of Bob is too harsh.

He would remain indifferent, thinking his actions are necessary for business.

He would immediately give Bob a raise out of guilt for his past actions.

He believes Christmas is an unnecessary expense.

He views Christmas as a time to invest in his business.

He sees no financial benefit in Christmas and therefore rejects it.

He believes Christmas is only for those who are wealthy enough to celebrate.

He dismisses their poverty as unimportant, focusing on his own wealth in comparison to theirs.

He realises that wealth does not equate to happiness and sees the injustice in social inequality.

He becomes angry with Bob Cratchit for not managing his money better.

He decides that it is only the government’s role to address poverty, not his own.

It shows that he is curious about their conditions.

It demonstrates his frustration with the poor for not working harder.

It reveals his ignorance and disconnection from their plight.

It suggests he is trying to help them but does not know how.

to highlight how both characters share similar values

to illustrate Scrooge’s disdain for family connections and joy

to show that Scrooge is starting to warm to Fred’s persistence

to suggest that Fred is as greedy as Scrooge

to show the dangers of greed in the workplace

to show how Scrooge sees Bob Cratchit as his equal in terms of financial struggles

to emphasise that poor people should work harder to improve their circumstances

to criticise Scrooge’s lack of awareness regarding the struggles of the poor

by showing Scrooge how to become wealthier

by showing Scrooge the consequences of his actions

by encouraging Scrooge to stop lending money

by convincing Scrooge to focus on his personal happiness

It highlights the virtue of saving for one’s future.

It demonstrates that being financially secure leads to happiness.

It suggests that wealth should be the primary concern in life, because it brings people together.

It reflects the Victorian middle-class focus on maintaining financial security over compassion.