Question
In Act I of A Christmas Carol: Scrooge and Marley, Scrooge’s nephew stops by to wish Scrooge a merry Christmas and to invite him to dinner. What does their dialogue in this scene reveal about them?
A. They have different ideas about the meaning of the word humbug.
B. They have different ideas about the importance of Christmas.
C. They have different ideas about the value of youth and age.
D. They have different ideas about how to run a business.
A. They have different ideas about the meaning of the word humbug.
B. They have different ideas about the importance of Christmas.
C. They have different ideas about the value of youth and age.
D. They have different ideas about how to run a business.
Answers
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The correct answer is **B. They have different ideas about the importance of Christmas.**
In their dialogue, Scrooge expresses disdain for Christmas and dismisses his nephew's holiday spirit, while his nephew embodies the joy and warmth associated with the season. This contrast highlights their differing perspectives on the significance of Christmas and its celebration.
In their dialogue, Scrooge expresses disdain for Christmas and dismisses his nephew's holiday spirit, while his nephew embodies the joy and warmth associated with the season. This contrast highlights their differing perspectives on the significance of Christmas and its celebration.