Frankenstein: Preface, Letters, Chapters 1-8

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Why were Felix, Agatha, and their father exiled from France?

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They tried to help Safie's father escape from prison.

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How is Felix related to Safie?

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He is in love with her.

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Why is Victor upset about Justine's execution?

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Because he believes that she was innocent.

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How do Elizabeth Lavenza and Victor Frankenstein meet?

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She is adopted by his mother.

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What inspired Mary Shelley to write the story of Frankenstein?

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A ghost story writing contest.

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What is the significance of the creature's creation in Frankenstein?

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It raises questions about responsibility and the consequences of playing God.

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How does Victor Frankenstein's ambition lead to his downfall?

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His desire for knowledge and power leads him to create the creature, resulting in tragedy.

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What role does nature play in Frankenstein?

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Nature serves as a reflection of the characters' emotions and a source of solace.

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What theme does the relationship between Victor and the creature illustrate?

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The theme of isolation and the need for companionship.

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How does Mary Shelley explore the concept of monstrosity in the novel?

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Monstrosity is depicted through the creature's appearance and Victor's moral failures.