Question

Use the sentence to complete the activity.

"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. Use details from the sentence to support your ideas.

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

A reader might interpret this allusion to Scrooge as indicating that Miranda is frugal and cautious with her money, even when in a successful financial situation. This comparison suggests that Miranda prioritizes saving and financial security over spending extravagantly, similar to the character of Scrooge who is known for being miserly and frugal in the classic Christmas story "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens.