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He Said, She Said
People in Victor's Life
Parallels
Literary Devices
100
"I, their eldest child, was born at ______, and as an infant accompanied them in their rambles." Fill in the blank.
Naples
100
What was the name of the professor who frowned upon Victor's previous studies in science?
Professor Krempe
100
Explain how this quote embodies the similarities between Walton and Frankenstein: "My passions...were turned not towards childish pursuits but to an eager desire to learn..."
Both Walton and Frankenstein were driven to scientific exploration by their passion to learn.
100
Explain the literary device used in this quote, "She...bloomed in their rude abode, fairer than a garden rose among dark-leaved brambles."
This is a metaphor for Elizabeth in her Italian family. She was more beautiful than all of the other children.
200
Who is the speaker and what is the significance of this quote? "Every instance that you have wasted on those books is utterly and entirely lost. You have burdened your memory with exploded systems and useless names."
M. Krempe told Victor this, which showed that he disapproved of Victor's past studies in outdated sciences.
200
What traumatic event delayed Victor from attending university?
Elizabeth caught scarlett fever and his mother got sick soon after.
200
Explain how Victor's and Mary Shelley's experiences regarding their mothers were similar.
Victor's mother passed away from scarlett fever just as Mary Shelley's mother died soon after she was born.
200
Identify and explain the purpose of the literary device used in this quote: "The saintly soul of Elizabeth shone like a shrine-dedicated lamp in our peaceful home."
This is a simile for Elizabeth's kind and caring temperament, which shows that she was an important part of their family.
300
Who is the speaker and what is the significance of this quote? "My more than sister, since till death she was to be mine only."
Victor said this quote, which shows that he and Elizabeth were extremely close, and he always loved her.
300
How are Victor's descriptions of Elizabeth tied to views of women in general in Mary Shelley's time?
Women were valued mostly for their beauty, and Victor's descriptions of Elizabeth focus on her flawless looks.
300
Explain how Caroline's childhood experiences allowed her to sympathize with Elizabeth's situation.
Caroline's father, Beaufort, lost everything, leaving them destitute. After he died, Caroline was left alone, an impoverished orphan. Elizabeth was also orphaned and inspired Caroline's sympathy.
300
How does this quote demonstrate foreshadowing of Victor Frankenstein's later experiment: "...he entered on the explanation of a theory which he had formed on the subject of electricity and galvanism, which was at once new and astonishing to me."
Victor was fascinated by electricity, which he later used in the creation of his monster.
400
This quote, "My dear Victor, do not waste your time with this; it is sad trash." is said by who and has what significance?
Mr. Frankenstein. This quote shows his Father's disapproval in Victor's interests and inspired Victor to prove his disbelievers wrong.
400
Explain Victor's view of his parents and childhood, incorporating one quote.
Victor had a positive childhood and loved his parents. He admired his parents for what they did for him and his siblings. He felt grateful and fortunate: "When I mingled with other families, I distinctly discerned how peculiarly fortunate my lot was, and gratitude assisted the development of filial love."
400
Mary Shelley created the story of Frankenstein by Lake Geneva. How does this parallel Victor's childhood?
Victor grew up in Geneva, the place where Mary Shelley "created" him.
400
Explain the literary device used in this quote: "He had partially unveiled the face of Nature, but her immortal lineaments were still a wonder and a mystery." How does this embody the ideas of Romanticism?
Victor personifies nature, and his description shows that he finds nature fascinating and powerful. This view was a central aspect of Romanticism.