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What best describes how the Cratchits feel about Scrooge?
Which of the following best describes how Bob Cratchit feels when Scrooge says these things? Cratchit is bitter and resentful. Cratchit is puzzled and confused.
What do Mrs Cratchit and Bob Cratchit think about Scrooge?
Bob Cratchit respects Scrooge and is happy he has a job. He even wants to make a toast to him on Christmas eve. Bob’s wife, however, seems to hate Scrooge. She probably dislikes the man because she sees how hard her husband works and how little he is paid.
Does Cratchit feel sorry for Scrooge?
In the novella While Cratchit’s family curses Scrooge for his stinginess, however, Cratchit says he feels sorry for his employer, and insists that they toast his health.
How do the Cratchits respond to the death of Tiny Tim during the visit from the Ghost of Christmas Future?
How do the Cratchit’s respond to the death of their son Tiny Tim? They comfort each other and move forward in life. on the day after Christmas, Bob Cratchit arrives late to work that morning, what does Scrooge promise him? He promises to pay Cratchit more money for his work.
What are some of the clues that the Cratchits live in poverty?
The Cratchits show what living in poverty can be like -Their Christmas dinner has to be ‘eked out’ and their Christmas pudding is ‘small’ for such a large family. Suggesting they don’t each much for the rest of the year.
Why does Mr Cratchit defend Scrooge?
Cratchit defends Scrooge because he is the Founder of the Feast. He is the man who allows Cratchit to earn a living in order to help provide and support his family.
Does Mrs Cratchit toast Scrooge?
She decides to toast Scrooge for her husband’s sake: I’ll drink his health for your sake and the Day’s,”said Mr. Cratchit, ‘not for his. Long life to him.
What does Scrooge observe the Cratchits doing?
Who visits Scrooge in Scene 1? What does Scrooge observe the Cratchits doing? He observes them toast him and sing carols before dinner. What scenes does the Ghost of Christmas Present show Scrooge?
How does Scrooge feel when he realizes the visits?
How does Scrooge feel when he realizes the visits are over? When Scrooge realizes that he visits are over he is beyond grateful for a second chance at his life. He completely changes when he begins to shout “Merry Christmas!” at the top of his lungs.
What is the purpose of the Cratchits in the novella?
The Cratchit symbolise the poor. In contrast to Scrooge who is rich and lonely, the Cratchits are poor but rich in love and affection. The family are used to show that family and relationships are more likely to bring happiness than money.
How do the Cratchits react when Bob Cratchit proposes a toast to Scrooge?
While Ebenezer Scrooge and the Ghost of Christmas Present observe the Cratchits unseen, Bob raises his glass to propose a toast. Cratchit’s reaction to Bob’s toast to Mr. Scrooge: she cries out in anger and resentment, “The Founder of the Feast indeed!” I wish I had him here.