Exploring Themes and Symbols in Frankenstein

Who is the author of 'Frankenstein'?

• Jane Austen

• Mary Shelley

• Emily Brontë

• Charlotte Brontë

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What are the two main interests of young Victor Frankenstein?

• Literature and art

• Mathematics and music

• History and geography

• Natural philosophy and Elizabeth

What does Victor Frankenstein create in college?

• A cure for a disease

• A powerful weapon

• A time machine

• A new life form

Where does the monster go after escaping from Victor's home?

• A desert

• A city

• A forest

• A village

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What does the monster learn from the family he observes?

• Reading and communication

• Cooking and cleaning

• Fighting and hunting

• Singing and dancing

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What does the monster request from Victor?

• A weapon

• A job

• A new home

• A female companion

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Why does Victor refuse to create a female companion for the monster?

• Lack of resources

• Legal issues

• Moral objections

• Fear of them reproducing

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Who does the monster kill in revenge?

• Elizabeth

• Victor

• Henry

• Walton

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What is the subtitle of 'Frankenstein'?

• The New Adam

• The Modern Prometheus

• The Lost Titan

• The Fallen Angel

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What thematic question does the story of 'Frankenstein' raise?

• Are we inherently good or evil?

• Is science more important than art?

• Can love conquer all?

• Is destiny predetermined?

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