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Who is Caroline in 'Frankenstein'?

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Caroline is Victor Frankenstein's mother.

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Why does Safie come to the cottage in 'Frankenstein'?

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Safie comes to the cottage because she loved Felix.

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How does the creature learn about his creation in 'Frankenstein'?

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The creature learns exactly how he was created by reading papers found in the clothes.

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Who wrote 'Frankenstein' and when?

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Mary Shelley wrote 'Frankenstein' in 1818.

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What does Victor Frankenstein hope will cheer him up?

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Victor hopes that courting Elizabeth will cheer him up.

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What is the significance of Victor's relationship with his mother in 'Frankenstein'?

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Victor's relationship with his mother highlights themes of loss, responsibility, and the impact of parental influence.

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What role does Elizabeth play in Victor's life?

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Elizabeth is Victor's fiancée and represents his hope for happiness and normalcy.

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What themes are explored through the character of the creature?

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The creature explores themes of isolation, rejection, and the quest for identity.

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How does Mary Shelley's background influence the themes in 'Frankenstein'?

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Mary Shelley's background, including her experiences with loss and her philosophical influences, shapes the themes of creation, responsibility, and the consequences of scientific exploration.

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What is the importance of the setting in 'Frankenstein'?

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The setting, including the Swiss Alps and the Arctic, reflects the emotional states of characters and enhances themes of nature versus nurture.