My question is . In an essay, describe these changes and analyze how events in the plot shape Scrooge’s character. Include details from the text in your essay.

And i was gonna do a essay and talk about how his nephew at the start gives us a insight in to how miserable scrooge is as a person. Because he calls him things like dismal and Morse. but i'm stuck and i need help. so if anyone can help me add on to this it would be awesome!

That's a good start. But in the rest of your essay follow these directions. Describe and analyze how events in the plot shape Scrooge’s character.

Ok thanks!

Here are some ideas for a character-change essay:

1. On a sheet of paper, list all of Scrooge's characteristics (looks, actions, words ... ) as he was at the beginning. No sentences! Just a list of character traits as you think of them.

2. On another sheet of paper, list Scrooge's characteristics as he was by the end of the story. Again -- no sentences, just a list ...

3. On a third sheet of paper, name the 2 or 3 main things that happened that made Scrooge different by the end.

Once you've done all that (brainstorming), you'll be ready to write sentences and paragraphs, but don't put the paragraphs in chronological order, or you'll just be re-telling the story. Here's a way to organize the paragraphs so you don't just summarize the story.

I. Intro with your thesis statement at the end of this paragraph.
II. Paragraph or two about Scrooge's characteristics at the beginning (from your first page of brainstorming).
III. Paragraph about Scrooge's characteristics at the end of the story (from your second page of brainstorming).
IV. Paragraph or two about what MAJOR events made him change. (This can also be your conclusion if you do it right.)

I noticed some things in what you wrote above that you need to be careful about:
~~ "a essay" and "a insight" -- before a word that begins with a vowel, you need to use "an" not "a"
~~ use formal wording, such as "going to" instead of slang words like "gonna"
~~ double-check to make sure you don't write any fragments or run-ons when you are writing sentences and paragraphs.

Let us know if you have further questions.

I was struggling with this question as well, but I've got it now thanks to Writeacher's help!

Thanks!

Of course! I'd be happy to help you add to your essay. To analyze how events in the plot shape Scrooge's character, it is essential to delve into the key changes Scrooge undergoes throughout the story.

In the beginning, Scrooge is portrayed as an incredibly miserable and stingy person. His nephew's portrayal of him as dismal and morose provides early insight into Scrooge's character. However, this is just the starting point for the transformation Scrooge experiences.

One key event that significantly impacts Scrooge's character is his encounter with the ghost of his former business partner, Jacob Marley. Marley's ghost, burdened with chains forged by his own greed, warns Scrooge of the consequences of his own selfishness. This encounter serves as a catalyst for Scrooge's self-reflection and realization that he must change his ways.

Another crucial event is Scrooge's visits from the three Christmas spirits - the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. These spirits offer Scrooge glimpses into his own past, the joyous nature of the present, and the potential bleakness of his future. Through these encounters, Scrooge witnesses his own callousness and the negative effects it has on those around him. This prompts a deep sense of remorse and regret within him.

For instance, during his encounter with the Ghost of Christmas Past, Scrooge revisits his childhood and sees himself as a lonely, neglected boy. This experience helps the reader understand how Scrooge developed his miserly and isolated demeanor, thus providing insight into the factors that shaped his character.

Additionally, the Ghost of Christmas Present reveals to Scrooge the lives of those he dismisses as insignificant. Scrooge observes the happiness and joy experienced by people like Bob Cratchit and his family, who have so little materially but cherish what they have. This exposure prompts a sense of empathy and compassion to grow within Scrooge.

Finally, Scrooge's encounter with the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come paints a grim picture of his own fate if he continues on his current path. It is during this encounter that Scrooge witnesses his own death and the indifference with which his passing is regarded by others. This haunting experience forces Scrooge to confront the consequences of his actions and make a definitive choice to change.

In conclusion, Scrooge's character is shaped through a series of transformative events in the plot. Starting with the insight provided by his nephew's description, the impact of encounters with Marley's ghost and the three Christmas spirits work together to highlight Scrooge's self-reflection, remorse, empathy, compassion, and eventual redemption. Through these events, the reader witnesses Scrooge's transition from a miserable and stingy person to a kind-hearted and generous individual who experiences a profound transformation during the course of the story.