Frankenstein Vol 1, Ch 3-4

Match the character with the correct description.

What natural event first inspires Victor to study modern science?

Victor’s mother dies from a sudden illness she caught while helping someone else.

Professors Krempe and Waldman discourage Victor from studying modern science.

What is Victor Frankenstein’s primary argument in this passage?

Victor becomes so obsessed with his work that he ignores his family, his health, and his friends.

"I collected bones from charnel houses; and disturbed, with profane fingers, the tremendous secrets of the human frame."

The best meaning of charnel house is:

"The dissecting room and the slaughter-house furnished many of my materials; and often did my human nature turn with loathing from my occupation..."

The best meaning of slaughter-house is:

Victor’s main goal is to create a new race of beings that will be intelligent and serve humanity.

Victor’s obsessive work is healthy -- he doesn't suffer physical consequences.