Frankenstein Study Guides

(5-8)What horrifying news does Victor's father reveal in his letter in Chapter 7?

Victor's father wrote on his letter that Victor's brother, William, had been murdered.

(5-8)How does the story of Justine Moritz offer a parallel to the story of Elizabeth? What theme is developed in these narratives?

Both Elizabeth and Justine grew up in a loving home and also adopted by the Frankensteins. The theme is the need for love and care will bring them together.

(5-8)What conclusion does Victor reach about who is responsible for the crime? Why doesn't he tell the authorities?

That it was actually the monster that killed William, he didn't want the authorities to take his creation.

(5-8)What atmosphere is created by the setting at the beginning of Chapter 5? Why is this setting appropriate?

The atmosphere feels eerie which is appropriate because at this point in the story, Victor is about to reanimate the dead.

(9-12) Why are the cottagers- the old man, Felix, and Agatha- not entirely happy?

The cottagers are melancholy because they're in poverty.

(9-12) When Victor meets the monster in Chapter 10, what biblical allusions does the creature make? Why do you think Shelley includes these allusions?

The creature wished to be like Adam but is treated like Satan. Victor is the creature's creator and he's being rejected by his creator.

(9-12) In Chapter 9, how have the deaths of William and Justine affected Victor? What restrains him from committing suicide?

The deaths of William and Justine have Victor feeling guilty and remorseful. He is restrained from committing suicide because he thought about how much he loved Elizabeth and protecting his remaining family

(5-8)What is ironic about Justine's situation in Chapter 8?

The irony in her situation is that she confessed to the murder because her interrogators told her she would go to hell if she didn't confess, but the monster is who killed William.

(9-12) Starting with Chapter 11, Shelley uses an extended flashback. From whose point of view is this narrative told? Why do you think Shelley chose this point of view?

The story is told from the creature's point of view. The creature was telling of his journey to self realization.

(9-12) Why does Victor agree to listen to the monster's story?

Victor agrees to listen to listen to the monster due to his curiosity and compassion from his resolution. He also wanted a confirmation or denial of the death of his brother.

(5-8)When the monster approaches Victor's bedside, how does Victor react?

Victor ran out of his apartment.

(9-12) Toward the end of Chapter 9, where does Victor go to find consolation and peace of mind? What do you think of this decision?

Victor traveled to Chamounix. I think he needed to relax and get away from all of the tragedy.