Frankenstein Flashcard 2

Front

What does the creature do upon discovering fire for the first time?

Back

The creature puts his hands in the fire for warmth, unaware of the pain it will cause him.

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What does Victor mean by saying, 'I, not indeed, but in effect, was the true murderer'?

Back

Victor is realizing he is ultimately to blame for the deaths caused by his creation.

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What is the first action Victor takes after bringing his creature to life?

Back

He flees from the room in fear.

Front

How did the creature learn to speak and read?

Back

He observed and listened to the cottagers (the De Laceys family).

Front

What event fascinated Victor with the destructive forces of nature?

Back

A lightning storm that destroys a tree near his house.

Front

What is the significance of fire in the creature's development?

Back

Fire represents both knowledge and danger; it symbolizes the duality of creation and destruction.

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How does Victor's obsession with creation lead to tragedy?

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Victor's desire to conquer nature results in the creation of a being that brings about his own downfall.

Front

What role does isolation play in the creature's life?

Back

Isolation leads to the creature's feelings of loneliness and rejection, influencing his actions.

Front

What does the creature seek from Victor throughout the novel?

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The creature seeks companionship and acceptance from Victor, his creator.

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How does Victor's guilt manifest throughout the story?

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Victor's guilt leads to his mental deterioration and ultimately contributes to his tragic fate.