Misc
How much are we responsible for the things we create?
Various answers..
in this instance, Victor is responsible for creating the monster and his actions are victors responsibility
What is the overall message of Frankenstein
Various answers..
-Playing God is a dangerous game
-Actions have consequences
In volume 1, how does Victors mother dying affect the plot?
This is what makes Victor want to create life
What are some examples of science and technology being implicated in crime and punishment?
Guillotine, electric chair, lethal injections
If Frankenstein provides an example of what could happen by creating life, why are modern day scientists still looking into scientific advancements such as this?
-curiosity and discovery
-a greater “being”
-ambition/goals
Why did Mary Shelley not give the creature a name? How was this important?
It signified his rejection and that he was degraded by the humans.
How is social injustice shown in Frankenstein
Justine is hung because she is poor, and Victor is let free because he is rich
In volume 2, why does the monster act out against Victor and others?
Because he feels isolated and rejected
What were the dangers of unconstrained science in Frankenstein?
Victor created a monster that killed
How does Frankenfoods relate to the themes of Frankenstein?
It’s not scientifically justified
What type of narration is used in Frankenstein?
Frame Narration
What links Frankenstein and Prometheus
Both used their power of creation to create evil
How does the monster get revenge on Victor?
By killing his wife on their wedding night
What considerations are relevant to scientists and creators today?
Ethics, Future Generations, Long-Term Effects, Legal Considerations, Etc.
What are some scientific discoveries now that could lead to a horrific story such as this?
-de extinction from cloning
-man made organs
-bionic humans