Exploring Themes and Characters in Frankenstein Volume 2 Chapter 7

The transcript narrates the monster's journey of self-discovery and education through reading books like 'Paradise Lost'. He compares himself to Adam and Satan, feeling isolated and abandoned. The monster attempts to connect with the De Lacey family, hoping the blind Mr. De Lacey will accept him. However, the family's rejection leads to his realization of their lack of tolerance. The monster's education and yearning for companionship highlight his desperate desire for human connection.

Which book did the monster relate to most deeply?

• The Sorrows of Young Werther

• Plutarch's Lives

• Frankenstein

• Paradise Lost

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What emotion did the monster feel when comparing himself to Adam?

• Contentment

• Pride

• Envy

• Joy

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

Why did the monster wait to reveal himself to the De Lacey family?

• He was learning their language

• He was afraid of their reaction to his appearance

• He was waiting for the right moment

• He wanted to learn more about them

What interrupted the monster's conversation with Mr. De Lacey?

• The monster's fear

• A sudden storm

• The return of the De Lacey family

• The arrival of Victor

Which text is noted as a key document of the Romantic movement?

• The Sorrows of Young Werther

• None of the above

• Plutarch's Lives

• Paradise Lost

What does the monster yearn for after becoming educated?

• To create another monster

• A mate

• Revenge

• To destroy the books

How does Mr. De Lacey differ in his reaction to the monster compared to his family?

• He is hostile

• He is more understanding

• He is more fearful

• He is indifferent

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What literary device is used with Mr. De Lacey's character?

• Blindness as insight

• Symbolism

• Metaphor

• Irony

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What realization does the monster come to about the De Lacey family?

• They are secretly wealthy

• They are not as kind as he thought

• They are planning to move

• They know about his existence

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What does the monster desperately desire?

• To return to his creator

• Human companionship

• Revenge

• Power

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.6.6