even when the business began to earn large profits, I still have my money like scrooge miranda said.

Question

in 1-2 sentences explain how a reader might interpret this allusion. Use details from the sentence to support your ideas

Answer 1

The reader might interpret this allusion to Scrooge as a sign that the speaker is unwilling to spend or enjoy their money, even in the face of financial success. The use of Scrooge, known for his stinginess and unwillingness to share his wealth, suggests that the speaker's attitude towards money mirrors that of the fictional character's.