Opening Letters

Letter 1

100

Who is Robert Walton writing to in this letter?

• A) His wife
• B) His sister, Margaret Saville
• C) His friend, Victor Frankenstein
• D) A fellow explorer

200

What is Robert Walton preparing for in this letter?

• A) A voyage to the Arctic
• B) A return journey to England
• C) A scientific experiment
• D) A diplomatic mission

300

What inspired Walton to undertake his journey?

• A) A book about Arctic explorers he read in his youth
• B) His desire to discover new trade routes
• C) His search for fame and wealth
• D) A dream about the North Pole

400

What does Walton say about the weather and its impact on his departure?

• A) It has delayed his journey.
• B) It has been favorable for his departure.
• C) It has made the journey impossible.
• D) He doesn’t mention the weather.

500

What does Walton express about his own determination in this letter?

• A) He is hesitant and uncertain.
• B) He is ambitious and resolute.
• C) He is fearful of failure.
• D) He is indifferent to success.

Letter 2

100

What is Robert Walton longing for in this letter?

• A) A safe journey
• B) A friend to share his thoughts and ambitions
• C) More funds for his expedition
• D) Warmer weather

200

What does Walton describe as his current challenge?

• A) Recruiting trustworthy sailors
• B) The harsh cold weather
• C) Writing detailed maps
• D) Navigating the Arctic ice

300

How does Walton describe the men he has hired for his crew?

• A) Courageous and determined
• B) Obedient and good-spirited
• C) Weak and unmotivated
• D) Experienced but cynical

400

What does Walton reflect on regarding his education?

• A) He regrets not pursuing a traditional education earlier.
• B) He wishes he had learned more about navigation.
• C) He feels his education was sufficient for his journey.
• D) He believes education is irrelevant to his ambition.

500

What does Walton believe about the importance of his mission?

• A) It is a trivial pursuit.
• B) It is a noble and worthwhile endeavor.
• C) It is a selfish ambition.
• D) It is a pointless risk.

Letter 3

100

What is Walton’s mood in this letter?

• A) Nervous and uneasy
• B) Confident and hopeful
• C) Depressed and lonely
• D) Anxious and doubtful

200

What does Walton report about the progress of the expedition?

• A) They are making excellent headway.
• B) They are stuck due to bad weather.
• C) They have lost part of the crew.
• D) They have decided to turn back.

300

How does Walton describe his crew’s morale?

• A) They are eager and optimistic.
• B) They are bored and frustrated.
• C) They are fearful and hesitant.
• D) They are argumentative and disorganized.

400

What does Walton say about danger in this letter?

• A) He believes it is unavoidable but worth the risk.
• B) He expresses deep concern about the crew’s safety.
• C) He dismisses any thoughts of danger.
• D) He feels unprepared for the challenges ahead.

500

What does Walton hope to achieve through his letters?

• A) To entertain his sister with stories
• B) To keep his sister informed about his journey
• C) To reflect on his own feelings of doubt
• D) To recruit more crew members

Letter 4

100

What unusual sight does Walton describe seeing in this letter?

• A) A dog sled traveling across the ice
• B) A polar bear attacking the ship
• C) An iceberg collapsing near the ship
• D) A shipwreck in the distance

200

What is the state of the man Walton rescues?

• A) He is starving and frostbitten.
• B) He is calm and healthy.
• C) He is angry and aggressive.
• D) He is unconscious and near death.

300

How does Walton describe the rescued man’s initial reaction?

• A) He is silent and reserved.
• B) He is grateful but weak.
• C) He is curious and excited.
• D) He is cold and distant.

400

What request does the rescued man make before boarding Walton’s ship?

• A) He asks where the ship is headed.
• B) He asks for food and water.
• C) He asks if Walton saw another sled.
• D) He asks to be left alone.

500

What does Walton feel toward the rescued man?

• A) Sympathy and curiosity
• B) Suspicion and mistrust
• C) Annoyance and impatience
• D) Fear and dread