Frankenstein Letters

What is the objective of Walton's exploration?

• A northern route traversing the Arctic

• The southernmost point of the Earth

• The region of Alaska

• A runaway criminal

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What is Walton seeking when he composes his second letter?

• homemade meals

• a meeting with his sister

• companionship

• financial aid and more suitable attire

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What aspect of Walton's personality makes him the perfect recipient for Frankenstein's narrative?

• Walton has a fascination with the extraordinary

• Walton is in dire need of an engaging tale

• Walton is disconnected from reality

• Walton has a keen interest in the field of science

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What peculiar spectacle initially catches the attention of the seafarers?

• Aurora Borealis

• canines roaming unrestrained

• a sizable individual on a sled

• a worn-out man attempting to board their vessel

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What is the reason behind the man's decision to share his tale with Walton?

• to provide Walton with amusement

• to persuade Walton to assist him

• to seek counsel

• to unburden his sense of guilt

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What is Walton's role as the man tells his story?

• to take notes of the story
• to tape record the story
• to contact the police
• to only listen to the story

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The individual to whom Robert Walton is directing his letters is his...?

• Mother

• Brother

• Sister

• Cousin

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Dr. Frankenstein tells Robert Walton, "Nothing can alter my destiny: listen to my history, and you will see..." This most nearly means which of the following?

• Frankenstein believes that he controls his fate.
• Frankenstein wants to change his past. 
• Frankenstein's future has already been determined by his past. 
• Frankenstein does not believe in destiny. 

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What were Robert's sentiments towards his visitor?

• He was fond of Frankenstein, but acknowledged their lack of shared interests.

• He was not fond of Frankenstein, finding him too unconventional.

• He was fond of Frankenstein, and aspired for a friendship between them.

• He had no fondness for Frankenstein whatsoever. 

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Margaret harbored ominous premonitions concerning Robert Walton's expedition. She speculated

• Something detrimental was bound to occur during the expedition.

• Malevolent spirits were omnipresent.

• Robert was entangled in a detrimental relationship.

• Robert was fated to meet his demise.

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