'A Christmas Carol' Stave 3: the second of the three spirits
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I can explain how Dickens characterises the second spirit.
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Scrooge meets the Ghost of Christmas Present, a jolly figure who closely resembles the Victorian Father Christmas
Scrooge is frightened of the spirit, but is receptive to his teachings, as he ‘obeys’ his commands
The spirit shows Scrooge different festive scenes from around the world
The spirit represents generosity and abundance
The spirit is a direct criticism of Malthusian concerns about food supply shortages
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