Responding to Frankestein

This last posting on Mary Shelley's Frankenstein will consist of 25% of your final test grade.  It requires of  two parts.  Make sure you pay close attention to your writing mechanics and grammar usage.  I recommend you write a rough draft and edit your work:

1. What is your reaction to the fate of Victor Frankenstein? to his creature? Explain in a short and well thought response (200 words).

2.  What do you see as the strengths and weaknesses of the novel?  Did you find yourself engaged in the central conflict Shelley presents or the questions she raises?  Do you believe that Frankenstein is a well-crafted work of literature?  Write an evaluation of the novel.  State whether you would recommend the book to others (300 words).

Chapter 11: Humanization of the Creature

After reading this chapter, we as the readers begin to grasp the idea that the Victor's creation possesses many human qualities.  We also gain a deep understanding of how sensitive he really is as he narrates his tale.  We see him as an innocent and defenseless infant.  Thus far, and as you will find out in the following chapters, do you find the creature more or less sympathetic than the character of Victor Frankenstein?  Explain.

Evalutation of Victor Frankenstein

At the end of chapter 10, we get some insight into the real person, or character, of Victor Frankenstein. What can you infer about Frankenstein's character from his close personal relationships? his scientific project? and in your opinion, is he an appealing person?

Got Knowledge?

Beginning with the letters and up to chapter 4, Robert Walton and the stranger (Victor Frankenstein) made it clear to the reader that they both possessed a thirst for knowledge and discovery of the unknown.  Victor goes as far as saying that in "scientific pursuit there is continual food for discovery and wonder" (41).  This idea is also cherished by Victor's friend, Henry Clerval, when mentioning that he wants to "undertake a voyage of discovery to the land of knowledge"  upon arriving to Ingolstadt (51).  However, as Victor witnesses his creation, the monster,  come to life in chapter 5, he mentions that "the beauty of the dream vanished, and breathless horror and disgust filled my heart" (49). 

What argument could Mary Shelley be making about the acquisition of knowledge?

Hello!

Hello Kiddos! As we finish the novel, I will post discussion questions and/or topics, ON A WEEKLY BASIS, about the readings we are doing on Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.  It will be your responsibility to reply to any of the questions posted or any classmate's comments on a weekly basis.  You will need to reply to, AT LEAST, three (3) posts;  e.g. post an answer to the discussion question/ topic (1) and respond/comment to two other answers (2). Make sure that your responses are well thought out and clearly written.

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