Known Facts
Who is the author of "Frankenstein"?
Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley
Who is the protagonist of "Frankenstein"?
Victor Frankenstein
Why is the monster's appearance so important in the novel?
Plays a significant role in the story, as the creature's appearance leads to his rejection by society and his creator, fueling his feelings of loneliness, anger, and desire for revenge.
To whom does Robert Walton write his letters?
His sister
What does Victor’s mother Caroline hope will happen to Elizabeth and Victor?
They will fall in love and be married.
Who is the protagonist of "Frankenstein"?
Victor Frankenstein
What is the name of the professor at Ingolstadt who first teaches Victor the methods of modern science?
Waldman
What is the role of nature in "Frankenstein"?
The monster desires a companion because he is lonely and longs for a sense of belonging.
Why is Walton complaining?
Because he is lonely
What happens to Victor’s mother right before he leaves for the university?
She catches scarlet fever and dies.
When was 'Frankenstein' published?
Who takes care of Victor when he falls ill after creating the monster?
Henry Clerval
What is the role of women in "Frankenstein"?
They are often used to highlight the destructive power of male ambition and to comment on the social expectations placed upon women in the 19th century.
What does Walton hope to do on his journey?
Discover something great
What happens when Victor brings his creation to life?
He is terrified by its appearance.
What is the known genres for 'Frankenstein'
Science Fiction, Gothic Fiction, Horror Fiction
Who is Robert Walton?
Robert Walton is a character in "Frankenstein" who serves as a framing device for the story. He is an explorer on a voyage to the North Pole, who rescues Victor Frankenstein from the icy waters.
How does the novel explore the theme of responsibility?
"Frankenstein" explores the theme of responsibility through Victor's failure to accept responsibility for his creation and the consequences of his actions.
What inspired Mary Shelley to write the story of Frankenstein?
A ghost story writing contest
What does Victor dream about after waking the creature?
His mother’s dead body
What year did the first adaptation of Frankenstein come out?
1910 (Frankenstein)
What subject influences Victor as a teenager?
Occult sciences
What is the role of education in "Frankenstein"?
The novel explores the potential dangers of unchecked intellectual curiosity, as well as the importance of balancing the pursuit of knowledge with a sense of moral and ethical responsibility.
Who takes over the narrative after Walton is finished?
The stranger on the ship
Where does Victor go after he made his creation?
The courtyard