Question

“Even when the business began to earn large profits, I still saved my money like Scrooge, ‘ Miranda said. “

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

Answer 1

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A reader might interpret this allusion to Scrooge as meaning that Miranda is excessively frugal and unwilling to spend her money, even when the business is successful and profitable, possibly indicating a deep-rooted reluctance to part with her earnings. The mention of Scrooge, a famously miserly character from Charles Dickens' "A Christmas Carol," implies a strong aversion to spending and a desire to hoard wealth.