The Gothic Novel
Quotes
Letters
Plot
Plot 2
100
What are the three connotations of the word Gothic?
Medieval, irregular, supernatural (mysterious)
100
"My temper was sometimes violent..."
Victor
100
Where is Walton heading?
north pole
100
Who is Victor's best friend?
Henry Clerval
100
What "gift" is given to Victor ?
Elizabeth
200
How did industrialization impact the Gothic novel?
contributed to the fear of the unknown
200
.“Ah! Cornelius Agrippa! My dear Victor, do not waste your time upon this; it is sad trash.”
Victor's father
200
What does Robert Walton long for?
friendship/companionship
200
Victor's favorite professor who encouraged him?
Waldman
200
What is ironic about the creature's encounter with Victor on the mountain?
He shows more humanity
300
Provide at least 3 of the typical Gothic settings.
Old Cathedrals, hidden abbeys, castles, dark and mysterious places
300
.“I have written myself into better spirits, dear cousin; but my anxiety returns upon me as I conclude.”
Elizabeth
300
To whom is Robert Walton writing?
his sister
300
Why does Victor tell Walton his story?
He wants him to learn from his mistakes.
300
How does the creature realize he is unattractive?
reflection in the water
400
Which character type does Victor represent?
exaggerated reactions
400
.“I almost began to think that I was the monster that he said I was. He threatened excommunication and hell fire in my last moments.”
Justine
400
What is the character from the ancient poem wearing around his neck?
albatross
400
What scientist did Victor study?
Cornelius Agrippa
400
What did the creature steal from the family?
food
500
Provide two of the five semantic areas (word categories) pertaining to the language in the Gothic novel.
mystery/fear/anger/haste/largeness
500
.“ I wished to see him again…and avenge the deaths of William and Justine.”
Victor
500
To which ancient poem does Walton allude?
The Rime of the Ancient Mariner
500
After Victor's illness, what becomes his new course of study?
Languages
500
What is the name of the character whom the creature calls "the stranger"?
Safie
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