Was Tiny Tim a catalyst in A Christmas Carol or not?

Answer 1

Yes. His character was used to represent the children that suffered sickness and poor health brought about due to the level of deprevation , poor sanitation and lacking in wholesome food

Answer 2

Yes, Tiny Tim is a catalyst in "A Christmas Carol" as his character serves to evoke empathy and inspire Scrooge's transformation. Scrooge's interactions with Tiny Tim ultimately contribute to his change of heart and understanding of the true spirit of Christmas.