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What are some character traits of Tiny Tim?

In A Christmas Carol, Tiny Tim was the young son of Mr. and Mrs. Cratchit.  The boy was crippled, so "he bore a little crutch, and had his limbs supported by an iron frame."  He was small in stature. 


Bob Cratchit described his son as being "'good as gold.'"  When he went to church with his father on Christmas Eve, Tiny Tim stated that he hoped people would see his disability and remember that Jesus healed the "'lame beggars.'"  Bob stated that despite his crippled leg, his son "'was growing strong and hearty.'"


The boy often sat alone in a chair and pondered things in life.  Despite his struggles, Tiny Tim had a positive spirit.  Small things made him happy.  He was close to his father, who sometimes carried the boy around on his shoulder.  He was "'patient and... mild.'"  


Later, Ebenezer Scrooge became like a "second father" to Tiny Tim.  Scrooge was drawn to the boy's sweet spirit and was concerned for his wellbeing.

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