Act II Christmas Carol Study Guide
In Scene 3 what does Scrooge learn about the Cratchit Family?
He learned that the Cratchit family was poor and that Tiny Tim was disabled. However, one of the reasons the family is poor, is because Scrooge doesn't pay him well. Despite the family being poor, they are still happy, singing and appreciating each other.
Do You believe that people can change completely, as Scrooge does?
In my opinion, Scrooge completely changes after he sees how his actions have affected everyone around him in the past, present and the future, so [Yes and no] if I was a jerk, I would totally change my actions but if I were famous, I would remain the same in kindness and respcet
In what way is Scrooge changing in scene 3?
Once Scrooge sees the fate of Tiny Tim, he decides he will give Bob C. a raise so that the family is well taken care of and they can help TT become healthier and get the medical care he needs.
In scene 3, why does Scrooge care about the fate of Tiny Tim?
Scrooge cares about the fate of Tiny Tim because his fate is an early death. Scrooge was not aware that Tiny Tim was going to die [in the future].
In scene 4, what does Scrooge learn from this experience in relation to his belongings?
Scrooge feels that this robery has encouraged him to be happier, to see the world through the eyes of kindness and compassion.
How well does Scrooge live up to his promise to learn his "lessons"?
Scrooge has changed in many ways because of Tiny Tim, the Crachits and his experiences with the past, the present and the future. He lives up to his promise by giving the Bob Cratchit a raise, so Tiny Tim can be saved, he buys a turkey, so Scrooge sends it to the Cratchit family. Adam got to keep the money it cost to deliver plus a hefty tip.
Why is Scrooge happy at the end of the play?
Scrooge is happy because he still has time to change Christmas and to show gratitude to everyone around him, including the Cratchit family.
In scene 4 what happens to Scrooge's belongings in the Christmas future?
Scrooge's belongings get stolen and his placed gets robbed.
Do you think Cratchit and Scrooge's nephew do the right thing by forgiving Scrooge immediately?
Yes, because everyone should have the opportunity to be forgiven for their actions. Also, the kindness and acceptance the Cratchits and his nephew show are of sincere gratitude.
Do others see us more clearly than we see ourselves? What does Scrooge learn from the opportunity to watch his own life? How does he change his behavior to reflect his new insight?
Yes,because you don't know everything someone will be offended by__________________
