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Frankenstein

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  • How does Shelley describe the appearance of the monster?
    having yellow eyes, translucent skin stretched over muscles and arteries, and black lips; flowing black hair and a stature larger than that of an ordinary man
  • What was Victor like as a child? How was he different from the other children?
    He displayed a deep fascination with natural philosophy and the sciences from a young age. Unlike other children, Victor was more introverted and solitary
  • Why is the old man so quick to welcome the monster into his house?
    The old man has "long dreamed of having a friend" to experience life with.
  • Why does Dr. Frankenstein’s view on his creation change so suddenly and severely?
    initial shock, realization of responsibility, loss of control, personal consequences (with his family)
  • The first person the monster kills i
    Victor’s brother, William
  • Describe the personality of the creature
    a childlike innocence and curiosity => due to his rejection and isolation by society, the creature becomes embittered and vengeful.
  • What happens to the monster after the death of Victor?
    He mourns the loss of his creator since now he has no reason to live; He will light himself on a funeral pyre and die
  • “You, my creator, abhor me; your fellow-creatures spurn and hate me. The desert mountains and dreary glaciers are my refuge. I have wandered here many days; the caves of ice, which I only do not fear, are a dwelling to me.”
    The creature has been rejected by human society.
  • What is Victor’s relationship to the natural world?
    Victor's relationship to the natural world is one of admiration and curiosity, but it becomes strained as he delves deeper into his scientific pursuits
  • Why was Frankenstein in the Arctic?
    He was pursuing the monster.
  • What reasons does Dr. Frankenstein offer for keeping the truth of William’s ****** to himself?
    out of fear of disbelief, a sense of responsibility for the creature's actions, and a desire to protect his family from harm
  • How did Robert feel about his guest?
    He liked Frankenstein, and hoped they would become friends.
  • Why does the man agree to tell Walton his story?
    to relieve himself of guilt
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