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It was the first apparition of Jacob Marley
Scrooge hopes to see his deceased partner, Jacob Marley, at the home where Marley died. He also mentions hoping to see his former colleagues and acquaintances.
It was the face of Jacob Marley
The first ghost (having been foretold by Marley) was to take Scrooge back to his previous Christmases and allow Scrooge to see what it was like for him then and how this changed him
Marley affected Scrooge by appearing as a ghostly figure warning him of the consequences of living a selfish and greedy life. Marley's visit prompted Scrooge to reflect on his own actions and attitudes, ultimately leading to his transformation and redemption. Through Marley's intervention, Scrooge was able to see the error of his ways and change his life for the better.
Scrooge asks him if he sit, Marley replies yes and does so and then Scrooge checks if Marley can see "this toothpick ". Marley confirms this but Scrooge again speaks of his doubts. Marley raises from the seat and with a ear shattering scream unties the bandage that fixed his lower jaw in place and allows the the jaw to drop to his chest in a horrific way. Scrooge is shocked and accepts the vision is real
In the book " A Christmas Carol " scrooge sees the face of his old friend named Marley. I am not sure if this will help but I do recall that Marley has chains.
Jacob Marley, his late partner.
Scrooge rebuffs Marley by stating he could be a piece of undigested beef or an uncookted bit of potatoe indeed there was more gravey than grave in what scrooge see
Jacob Marley, Ebeneezer Scrooge's old partner was the first visitor on Christmas Eve. He came to tell Scrooge how after his death, he was doomed to haunt the earth while carrying the weight of many chains because he was greedy while on earth. He warns Scrooge that his fate will be even worse unless he changes. Marley also warns Scrooge that he will be visited by three ghosts that night-the Ghosts of Christmases past, present, and future.
Marley's ghost appears to warn Scrooge about his miserly ways and to offer him a chance at redemption. Marley's spirit serves as a messenger to help Scrooge see the consequences of his actions and the opportunity to change his fate.
Jacob Marley for foretelling his rate and the three ghost who take Scrooge through his life and help him see what the spirit of Christmas is about