Frankenstein Study Guide: Chapters 1-4

Describe Victor Frankenstein's family. Who are his parents, and how do they meet? What is their relationship like?

• Victor's parents are Alphonse and Caroline Frankenstein, who meet when Alphonse helps Caroline's father, a friend in distress. Their relationship is loving and supportive.

• Victor's parents are Henry and Elizabeth Frankenstein, who meet at a university. Their relationship is distant and formal.

• Victor's parents are William and Justine Frankenstein, who meet at a social gathering. Their relationship is strained and argumentative.

• Victor's parents are Robert and Margaret Frankenstein, who meet through a business transaction. Their relationship is purely transactional.

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What role does Elizabeth Lavenza play in Victor's life?

• She is Victor's cousin and later becomes his wife.

• She is Victor's sister and his main rival.

• She is Victor's childhood friend and scientific mentor.

• She is Victor's neighbor and business partner.

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What kinds of books and ideas does Victor become interested in as a child?

• Books on poetry and art, focusing on romanticism.

• Books on ancient alchemy and the secrets of nature.

• Books on history and politics, emphasizing leadership.

• Books on mathematics and engineering, highlighting innovation.

How do Victor's early interests influence his later actions?

• They lead him to pursue a career in politics.

• They inspire him to become a famous poet.

• They drive him to explore the boundaries of science and create life.

• They motivate him to become a renowned artist.

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Compare and contrast Victor's interests with his friend Henry Clerval. How do their hobbies and passions differ?

• Victor is interested in science, while Henry is interested in literature and adventure.

• Victor is interested in music, while Henry is interested in painting.

• Victor is interested in sports, while Henry is interested in cooking.

• Victor is interested in politics, while Henry is interested in economics.

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Analyzing Artwork: How does the artwork represent Victor's fascination with science and the natural world?

• The artwork shows Victor surrounded by books and scientific instruments, with a look of intense curiosity.

• The artwork depicts Victor playing sports with his friends, showing his competitive nature.

• The artwork illustrates Victor painting a landscape, highlighting his artistic skills.

• The artwork portrays Victor reading a novel, emphasizing his love for literature.

Find an illustration from Chapter 2 that you think shows Victor's obsession with science and describe it.

• An illustration of Victor in a library, surrounded by ancient texts and alchemical symbols.

• An illustration of Victor at a family dinner, engaging in conversation.

• An illustration of Victor playing a musical instrument, lost in thought.

• An illustration of Victor hiking in the mountains, enjoying nature.

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What is the significance of the theme of family and love in the graphic novel?

• It highlights the importance of social status and wealth.

• It emphasizes the role of family support in personal development.

• It underscores the necessity of isolation for scientific discovery.

• It illustrates the dangers of ambition and power.

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How do the illustrations of Victor's childhood help show the connection between Victor and his family?

• They depict Victor alone, emphasizing his independence.

• They show Victor with his family in warm, affectionate settings.

• They illustrate Victor in conflict with his family members.

• They portray Victor in a classroom, focused on his studies.

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What is the primary focus of Victor's studies when he departs for university?

• Literature and philosophy.

• Medicine and surgery.

• Natural philosophy and chemistry.

• Law and politics.