Characters and Themes in A Christmas Carol

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The three spirits who visit Scrooge are:

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Christmas Past, Christmas Present, and Christmas Yet to Come.

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Who is the author of 'A Christmas Carol'?

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Charles Dickens.

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Scrooge worked as an apprentice to whom?

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Mr. Fezziwig.

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What is DIRECT characterization?

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When the author TELLS the reader what the character is like.

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What type of business does Scrooge run?

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A counting-house.

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What does the character of Scrooge represent in the story?

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Greed and the potential for redemption.

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What is the significance of the Ghost of Christmas Past?

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It shows Scrooge his own past to help him understand his current behavior.

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What lesson does the Ghost of Christmas Present teach Scrooge?

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To be generous and compassionate towards others.

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What does the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come symbolize?

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The fear of death and the consequences of one's actions.

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What is the main theme of 'A Christmas Carol'?

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Redemption and the spirit of Christmas.