In this episode, we’ll explore Ebenezer Scrooge’s miserly nature and disdain for Christmas. We’ll look at his dismissive attitude toward his nephew Fred’s festive spirit, his indifference to the poor, and his resentment over giving his clerk, Bob Cratchit, a paid day off. Scrooge sees poverty as a personal failing and believes society’s provisions are enough, even suggesting that the poor should die to reduce the 'surplus population.' To him, Christmas is an unnecessary expense and a distraction from business. Meanwhile, Fred offers a contrasting view, seeing Christmas as a time for kindness and generosity. This sets up the stark difference in their values before Scrooge’s transformation.Don't miss out on subscribing for more educational content tailored to help you succeed in your exams. Perfect for AQA, OCR, Edexcel, CIE and WJEC exam boards.

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