Mary Shelley and Frankenstein for Kids | Bedtime History

Mary Shelley and Frankenstein for Kids | Bedtime History

Assessment

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History, Religious Studies, Other, Social Studies

1st - 12th Grade

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The video explores the origins of the Frankenstein story, focusing on Mary Shelley's life and influences. It details her upbringing, education, and relationship with Percy Shelley, leading to the creation of her famous novel during the summer of 1816. The video also discusses the themes of Frankenstein, its cultural impact, and Mary Shelley's later life and works.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the origin of the name 'Frankenstein'?

A mythical creature

A town in Germany

The scientist who created the monster

The monster's name

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were Mary Shelley's parents?

A king and a queen

A philosopher and a novelist

A poet and a scientist

A teacher and a doctor

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Mary Shelley and Percy Bysshe Shelley first meet secretly?

At a library

At a friend's house

At a coffee shop

At her mother's grave

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What inspired Mary Shelley to write 'Frankenstein'?

A dream she had

A scientific experiment with frogs

A story told by her father

A poem by Lord Byron

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a central theme of 'Frankenstein'?

The importance of family

The beauty of nature

The power of love

The fear of the unknown

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Mary Shelley do after writing 'Frankenstein'?

She wrote more novels and stories

She stopped writing

She traveled the world

She became a scientist

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which superhero is thought to be inspired by Frankenstein's monster?

The Hulk

Batman

Spider-Man

Superman