A Christmas Carol, Stave 5 summary
Stave 5 of 5 · 10 min to read the stave
In Stave 5, Scrooge wakes on Christmas Day and acts on his desire to change by sending Bob Cratchit a turkey, offering money to a gentleman, and joining Fred for dinner. He raises Bob’s pay, supports his family, and becomes a caring presence in Tiny Tim’s life, making his change a lasting practice.
What happens
- Scrooge wakes joyfully, recognizes his room, and learns from a boy that it is Christmas Day.
- He buys a huge turkey and arranges to send it anonymously to Bob Cratchit.
- He greets people warmly, promises a generous payment to the visiting gentleman, and attends church.
- Scrooge asks to join Fred’s dinner and receives a warm welcome.
- The next morning, he pretends to scold Bob for lateness, then announces a pay rise and family support.
- The narrator confirms that Scrooge keeps his promises, becomes close to Tiny Tim, and continues to celebrate Christmas well.
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In this stave
What to notice
The sentence confirms that Scrooge follows his joyful declarations with action. His generosity becomes an enduring way of life.
Quick check
What does Scrooge announce after pretending to scold Bob for arriving late?
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