Frankenstein Quiz

In the selection from Frankenstein, what is one important effect of the Creature's reading?

• It reveals aspects of his own past and future.

• It convinces him that he needs to learn more.

• It persuades him to record his own feelings and ideas.

• It opens his mind to new experiences and understandings.

Which of the following is the most likely conclusion to be drawn about Victor, based on the following excerpt from Frankenstein? I wept bitterly, and clasping my hands in agony, I exclaimed, “Oh! Stars and clouds and winds, ye are all about to mock me; if ye really pity me, crush sensation and memory; let me become as nought; but if not, depart, depart, and leave me in darkness.

• He fears ridicule and scorn.

• He is filled with grief and self-pity.

• He is in excruciating physical pain.

• He appreciates the glories of nature.

In the selection from Frankenstein, what items does the Creature find that have a great effect on him? Choose two options.

• an ancient map

• Victor's journal

• satchel full of books

• Agatha's handkerchief

• a musical composition

In the selection from Frankenstein, in what way does the Creature view himself as similar to Adam in Paradise Lost?

• in his perfection

• in his isolation

• in his learning

• in his sorrow

What happened to Frankenstein the day after he completed his creation?

• He decided to continue with his research.

• He became disillusioned with life for the rest of his days.

• He became adamant about bringing other things to life.

• He became ill with a fever and delirium for several months.

Who is the author of the novel Frankenstein?

• Mary Shelley

• Robert Walton

• Lord Byron

• Victor Frankenstein

Who was writing the letters?

• Victor Frankenstein

• Alphonse Frankenstein

• Robert Walton

• Henry Clerval

To whom were the letters written?

• They were written to Caroline Frankenstein

• They were written to Elizabeth Lavenza

• They were written to Walton’s sister, Mrs. Margaret Saville

• They were written to Henry Clerval

How did Robert Walton feel about his guest?

• He liked Frankenstein, but realized they had nothing in common.

• He did not like Frankenstein, he was too eccentric.

• He liked Frankenstein, and hoped they would become friends.

• He did not like Frankenstein at all. 

How did Elizabeth come to live with the Frankensteins?

• Caroline Frankenstein saw her with a peasant family, and offered to raise her in better circumstances.

• She was the daughter of a good friend, and Caroline wanted to help.

• She was the long lost niece and Caroline finally found her.

• She was the child that Caroline gave up for adoption when she was younger.