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Fred's greeting to Scrooge is __________.

A merry Christmas uncle!

Scrooge's response to Christmas cheer is __________.

Bah! humbug!

The phrase 'external heat and cold had little effect' suggests that __________.

He had so heated himself.

Fred questions Scrooge: 'What reason do you have to be merry?' because __________.

you're poor enough.

Fred got married because __________.

he fell in love!

In the play, Fred serves as a __________ to Scrooge.

foil.

Fred embodies the spirit of Christmas with his __________ character.

warm and kind.

Despite Scrooge's cold demeanor, Fred attempts to __________ him.

warm his heart and spirit by expressing joy, love, and the importance of family and Christmas cheer, showcasing his belief in the value of human connection.

The Cratchit family is described as not handsome or well dressed, but they are __________.

happy, grateful, pleased with one another, and contented.

Tiny Tim, despite being a cripple, reminds people of __________.

who made lame beggars walk, and blind men see.

The Cratchit festive meal included __________, with apple-sauce and mashed potatoes.

two tumblers, and a custard-cup without a handle.

Dickens critiques the lack of social safety nets by showcasing Scrooge's __________ for the Cratchits.

eventual generosity.

The Cratchit family teaches that poverty is not a barrier to __________.

happiness.

Mr. and Mrs. Cratchit's portrayal emphasizes the importance of _________ in the family.

love and happiness.

Scrooge's attitude towards family initially suggests __________.

a cold, miserly demeanor.

Fred's warm character contrasts sharply with __________.

Scrooge's coldness.