Jacob Marley is the very first ghost to visit Scrooge early in the production to set the scene for the remaining visitations
The ghost of Scrooge's former business partner, Jacob Marley, visits Scrooge in Stave 1 of "A Christmas Carol." Marley warns Scrooge about the consequences of his selfish and greedy ways.
The Ghost of Christmas Present visits Ebenezer Scrooge at 1 AM.
The ghost repeats Scrooge's words from Act 1 to show him the impact of his actions and how they are affecting those around him. It serves as a powerful reminder for Scrooge to reflect on his behavior and the consequences of his actions on others. Ultimately, it prompts him to change his ways and seek redemption.
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The ghost foretold by Jacob Marley appeared at One a.m. Marley states, "Without their visits," said the Ghost, "you cannot hope to shun the path I tread. Expect the first to-morrow, when the bell tolls One." "Couldn't I take 'em all at once, and have it over, Jacob?" hinted Scrooge. "Expect the second on the next night at the same hour. The third upon the next night when the last stroke of Twelve has ceased to vibrate".
Marley retruns as a Ghost to warn Scrooge that he must change his ways or be destined to walk the earth for ever in torment. Marley was allowed onlt to return and do this one good thing and then had to return to his destiny
Marley appears in the story "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens as the ghost of Jacob Marley, who visits Ebenezer Scrooge to warn him of his impending fate if he does not change his ways. He appears in Stave 1 of the novella.
Marley's ghost appears wrapped in heavy chains and a bandage around his head, which confuses Scrooge. Additionally, Marley's ghost makes unsettling noises and floats through closed doors, further disorienting Scrooge.
It depends on whether you count Marley as the first ghost.Marley comes right when Scrooge is eating dinner. The Ghost of Christmas Past comes "when the bell tolls one" and The Ghost of Christmas Present, "when the bell tolls two."
The ghost repeats Scrooge's own words to show him the impact of his harsh and unkind behavior on others. By echoing his own words back to him, the ghost helps Scrooge realize the consequences of his actions and the need for change. It prompts self-reflection and serves as a powerful lesson for Scrooge.