What was the main problem in the story A Christmas Carol?

Answer 1

The underlying story was about the huge levels of want and deprivation that were around Britain at that time. So many people came to the cities in the expectation of wealth and work that the cities in particular London became over run with the poor, sick and homeless. Yet. industrialist that made their money did so through the appalling treatment of the working class. Children would work 18 hour days for pennies - There was no benefit for those unemployed and many starved to death.

Answer 2

The main problem in the story "A Christmas Carol" was Ebenezer Scrooge's selfishness and greed, which alienated him from others and left him isolated and unhappy. Through visits from the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come, Scrooge was forced to confront his own shortcomings and ultimately undergo a transformation toward kindness and generosity.

Answer 3

They would like for Scrooge to be a nicer and gentler human being.

Answer 4

Peoples ignorance of the social issue that were surrounding them