Scrooge was unhappy when he saw his past because he realized how his obsession with wealth and his neglect of relationships had isolated him from others, causing him to live a lonely and unfulfilled life. The memories of his past actions evoked feelings of regret and sadness as he saw how his greed had affected his own happiness and those around him.
The schoolmaster did not care for Scrooge because Scrooge showed no interest in his studies, seemed indifferent to learning, and was often seen daydreaming in class. Scrooge's lack of enthusiasm and poor academic performance likely led to the schoolmaster's disinterest in him.
Scrooge promised the portly man to increase his charitable donations for the poor and make amends for his past selfish behavior.
In Stave 2 of "A Christmas Carol," the Ghost of Christmas Past takes Scrooge on a journey to his past Christmases, including his childhood and early adulthood. Scrooge reflects on his loneliness and how he pushed away those who cared about him. The spirit shows Scrooge memories that evoke both joy and sorrow, prompting him to reflect on the choices he made that led him to his current state of isolation and bitterness.
Scrooge means that he will learn from the mistakes of his past, appreciate the present moment, and make positive changes to shape a better future for himself and others. This line from "A Christmas Carol" reflects his transformation from a greedy, selfish person to a more compassionate and generous individual.
The order in which the ghosts appear and teach Scrooge is important because each ghost builds upon the lessons of the previous one. The Ghost of Christmas Past shows Scrooge his past to help him understand how his choices have shaped his present. The Ghost of Christmas Present shows him the joy and love present in the world despite his own hardened heart. Finally, the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come reveals the potential consequences of Scrooge's current path, motivating him to change.
Scrooge saw a bright, shining light coming from the Ghost of Christmas Past, who was waiting to take him on a journey through his past memories.
Made him see and understand what happy and unhappy memories he had in his past and why he has to change to let the past go
Scrooge saw a procession of ghosts led by the Ghost of Christmas Past when his curtains were open in Stave Two. The ghost showed Scrooge visions of his past Christmases and memories to teach him important lessons.
She calmed down and tamed their father and convinced him to allow Scrooge back from his boarding school, where he was so unhappy.
Scrooge thought he saw a locomotive hearse going on before him in the gloom.
For scrooge to see what effects his lonely past live was to have on his future
The Ghost of Christmas past brings Scrooge to a party at Scrooge's first employer, Mr Fezziwig's.
They saw his old school where he was a boarder and always stayed even through Christmas when others were with family. He saw his sister Fan die in childbirth, and then he saw the scenes of Belle breaking off their engagement.
To show Scrooge that there were happy times and not so happy in his past and that these cannot be changed
He steps into Scrooge's bedroom while Scrooge is a asleep and startles him.
During the visit from the ghost of Christmas past, we learn that Scrooge was neglected by his family during his childhood, leading him to seek solace in books. We also see that he was a lonely and neglected child who longed for love and affection.
In the beginning, Scrooge was mean, a lover of money, lonely, selfish, bitter, unhappy and uncaring toward others.