A Christmas Carol

When Scrooge touched the robe of the ghost, he felt a chill run through him and it caused the ghost's form to dwindle down to the size of a child. This hinted at the spirit's fragile nature and the impact of Scrooge's actions on the ghost's existence.

Stave 4 in "A Christmas Carol" is necessary to show Scrooge the consequences of his actions and to bring about his transformation. It is during this stave that Scrooge witnesses the future outcomes of his greed and selfishness, ultimately leading him to change his ways and seek redemption. Without this crucial moment of reflection and realization, Scrooge may not have fully grasped the impact of his behavior and the opportunity for change.

In Stave Four, Scrooge observes the reactions of others upon hearing of his death, noting with regret that his sole business associate, Jacob Marley, has no mourners. He witnesses the Happy family of Bob Cratchit, feeling empathy and remorse for his previous treatment of the Cratchit family. Scrooge also notes how his own actions have alienated his nephew Fred, leaving him feeling isolated and alone in death.

Bob Cratchit, Scrooge's employee, asked him to donate to the poor during Christmas time. Scrooge initially refused but eventually agreed to donate after his encounters with the ghosts.

Belle parts ways with Scrooge because she sees that he values money over their relationship and love. She realizes that Scrooge's heart is consumed by greed and his pursuit of wealth, which is not compatible with her own values and desire for a loving and caring partner.

Like many of the time that have money (resorce) they considered the poor of Britain to have brought their situation on themsleves. This is why he refers to Prisons, Workhouses and the Treadwheel when talking to the businessmen seeking a donation to help those with nothing

Across Britain at that time but more son in the Eastend of London poverty was huge. eight million people had decended on London alone hoping for a new life - They found accomodation for less one million across the whole of London, no work, 85% unemployment. Scrooges comments were to reflect what had been said in parliment of the time that the state of deprivation was "grossly over exaggerate". When in fact it was the scale of ignorance and want that were understated

Previously Scrooge would have been dismissal of any events. Here with the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come we see him acknowledge that there are lessons to be learned and has already started to understand. In that respect Scrooge continues "To-night, if you have aught to teach me, let me profit by it". Meaning If there are more lessons then let me benefit from understanding them

From Marely he learns that his chances of everlasting torment are very real, he sees for himself that torment in Marley and in others that have past over and in conjunction with visions from each visiting ghost he sees that his life has indeed followed a manner that will lead to a fate worse than that of Marley

from the Past he learned what made him the way he was, how others impacted on his life and the hurt felt in losing someone in death and love.

He sees himself a child and understand and remembers the terrible lonliness

from the present he learned of how people celabrate and keep Christmas now, what others suffer, the peace and love shared between fellow man and has an insite in to his own employees loyalty for him. He also learns what is "want " and what is "ignorance" in regard to his fellow man and their suffering

From the future he learns what could happen should the shadows remain unchanged by the life he leads, how people see him as a person and how his death will be a lonely event with no one caring for him. IN additojn he sees how his death will impact on his loyal employee Bob and also the terrible loss of his son Tiny Tim

One external conflict Scrooge had was with Bob Cratchit regarding his treatment of him as an employer, including his reluctance to provide better working conditions and salary to Bob, despite his own wealth and success.

IT would have been around the age of 12 years which its estimated wa about 50 years before his ghostly visits

Scrooge means that he will learn from the mistakes of his past, appreciate the present moment, and make positive changes to shape a better future for himself and others. This line from "A Christmas Carol" reflects his transformation from a greedy, selfish person to a more compassionate and generous individual.

Scrooge was unhappy when he saw his past because he realized how his obsession with wealth and his neglect of relationships had isolated him from others, causing him to live a lonely and unfulfilled life. The memories of his past actions evoked feelings of regret and sadness as he saw how his greed had affected his own happiness and those around him.

Scrooge learned the importance of kindness and generosity towards others, as well as the value of family and human connection. He also realized the detrimental effects of greed and selfishness on both himself and those around him.

From the second spirit, the Ghost of Christmas Present, Scrooge learns the importance of compassion, generosity, and joy. He sees firsthand the impact of his actions on others and begins to realize that true wealth comes from giving and caring for those in need.

Ebenezer Scrooge, the main character in "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens, had several problems. He was miserly and greedy, caring only about money and profit. Scrooge was also isolated and lonely, lacking compassion for others and rejecting the spirit of Christmas. Finally, he was haunted by the ghosts of his past, present, and future, forcing him to confront his own shortcomings and transform his ways.

Scrooge in his early life lost two things most dear to him. However, the death in childbirth of his sister Fan was the greatest upset to him and it is this that pushes him to place barriers between himself and others in a bid to reduce the great hurt he feels in losing a loved one. This hardening of his feelings continues across his life making him a cold lonely person.

Scrooge learned from Fezziwig that generosity, kindness, and compassion are more valuable than wealth and material possessions. Fezziwig showed Scrooge that creating a positive and joyful environment for others can bring happiness and fulfillment.

The schoolmaster did not care for Scrooge because Scrooge showed no interest in his studies, seemed indifferent to learning, and was often seen daydreaming in class. Scrooge's lack of enthusiasm and poor academic performance likely led to the schoolmaster's disinterest in him.

Past comes first to bring nostalgia and a remembrance of the way he used to be. It brings Scrooge to a point where his heart is softened, which is the first thing necessary if change is to occur.

The ghosts then take this more compassionate Scrooge, and they expose him to the realities around him. Now that his heart is more open and soft, he is compassionate and empathetic to the plight of Cratchet and his son Tiny Tim. The ghost of the present builds an attachment to the child by playing on Scrooge's newfound sympathies.

The ghost of the future is the kicker, he brings a sense of urgency to the situations that Scrooge is faced with in the present. Death comes to us all, and after death it is too late to change. Also, Scrooge is faced with how he is perceived, the legacy he will leave after himself, and the consequences of his current course of actions. It is a matter of hind-sight being 20/20.

So yes, the order of ghosts matters.

He is effected by isolation from an early age. he sees what happens when someone cares for another and that trust is broken and he feels that having money and removing feelings from business is the safest way to live to protect his feelings

In Stave 4, The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come takes Scrooge to:

The Corn Exchange

Old Joe's beetling shop

Scrooge's bedroom

Caroline's and her husband's rented home

Through the London street to Bob Cratchit's home

Then to Scrooge's old office but now used by someone else

To the graveyard where Scrooge's headstone lay

He learns several during the night of the visit from the Ghosts. From Marley alone, Scrooge learns:

1) The singular pursuit of profit, with no attempt to share money with others, will lead to eternal misery: "It is required of every man that the spirit within him should walk abroad among his fellowmen, and travel far and wide; and if that spirit goes not forth in life, it is condemned to do so after death. It is doomed to wander through the world and witness what it cannot share, but might have shared on earth, and turned to happiness!"

2) Scrooge himself wears a chain "as heavy and as long as this, seven Christmas Eves ago. You have laboured on it, since. It is a ponderous chain!"

3) That the purpose of business people is NOT profit: "Mankind was my business. The common welfare was my business; charity, mercy, forbearance, and benevolence, were, all, my business. The dealings of my trade were but a drop of water in the comprehensive ocean of my business!"

4) That simply feeling sorry is NOT enough: "no space of regret can make amends for one life's opportunity misused!"

5) That there is plenty of chances to go to those in need -- IF you will bother to look: "Why did I walk through crowds of fellow-beings with my eyes turned down, and never raise my eyes to that blessed Star which led the Wise Men to a poor abode! Were there no poor homes to which its light would have conducted me!"

6) And, upon looking out after Marley's departure, Scrooge saw "one old ghost, in a white waistcoat, with a monstrous iron safe attached to its ankle, who cried piteously at being unable to assist a wretched woman with an infant, whom it saw below, upon a door-step. The misery with them all was, clearly, that they sought to interfere, for good, in human matters, and had lost the power for ever."

In other words, the time to assist others is BEFORE you find yourself in an eternity of regret for not doing so.

No middle name was given by the author.

Scrooge says "humbug" as a dismissive response to anything he considers to be foolish, deceitful, or nonsensical. It reflects his cynical and skeptical attitude towards sentimentality and Christmas in the beginning of "A Christmas Carol."

Scrooge learned from Marley's ghost the consequences of a life consumed by greed and selfishness. He discovered that material wealth is meaningless in the face of spiritual poverty and that the path to redemption lies in generosity, compassion, and kindness towards others.