A Christmas Carol

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What is 'A Christmas Carol'?

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A Christmas Carol is a novella by Charles Dickens that tells the story of Ebenezer Scrooge, a miser who learns the value of kindness and generosity through the visits of three ghosts on Christmas Eve.

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Who is Ebenezer Scrooge?

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Ebenezer Scrooge is the main character in 'A Christmas Carol'. He is a wealthy, greedy man who despises Christmas and is transformed by the visits of the three spirits.

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What does the Ghost of Christmas Future represent?

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The Ghost of Christmas Future represents the consequences of Scrooge's actions and the fate that awaits him if he does not change his ways.

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What does Scrooge see in the future that frightens him?

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Scrooge sees his own tombstone, which frightens him and makes him realize he needs to change his life.

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What does Scrooge dislike sharing?

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Scrooge dislikes sharing his money.

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Who is Bob Cratchit?

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Bob Cratchit is Scrooge's underpaid and overworked employee, who represents the struggles of the poor.

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What does Scrooge send to the Cratchit family?

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Scrooge sends the Cratchit family a prize turkey as a gesture of goodwill.

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What does the Ghost of Christmas Present show Scrooge?

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The Ghost of Christmas Present shows Scrooge the joy and warmth of Christmas celebrations, particularly at the Cratchit household.

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What lesson does Scrooge learn from the ghosts?

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Scrooge learns the importance of compassion, generosity, and the spirit of Christmas.

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What is the significance of Scrooge's old school?

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Scrooge's old school represents his childhood and the innocence he lost as he became consumed by greed.