What does the torch look like in A Christmas Carol?

Answer 1

In Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol," the torch described is likely a long wooden stick with a cloth soaked in oil wrapped around one end, which is then set on fire. The torch would emit a flickering flame, providing light and warmth in the darkness. The description may vary depending on the specific adaptation or illustration of the story.

Answer 2

They mean a regular torch. Something that is held usually for light with a fire on the top end of it with the bottom piece used as a handle.

In Christmas Carol one of the ghosts is carrying it with him and he uses it as a sort of wand. The ghost is the one that dresses in hunting clothes, etc.

Answer 3

The light carried by the ghost of Christams Past symbolised a light to help Scrooge see into "his dark past life". The torch carried by the Ghost of Christams Presnet was to symbolise the "horn of plenty" which was used to spread good cheer and a feeling of welbeing amid mankind

Answer 4

The torch is carried by The Ghost of Christmas Present is is claimed to be Cornucopia torch which is a torch in the shape of the Horn of Plenty and when he sprinkles the magic within the torch on the people he watches, they are filled with the kindness and cheer that is associated with the spirt of Christmas.

Answer 5

In "A Christmas Carol," the torch mentioned likely refers to a long stick with a flaming light source at the end. Torches were commonly used for illumination in outdoor settings during the time period in which the story is set. They emit a flickering light that casts shadows and adds to the atmosphere of the scene.

Answer 6

The horn of plenty