Victor Frankenstein's Relationships and Interests

The transcript introduces Victor Frankenstein's family, highlighting his father's integrity and friendship with Beaufort, who falls into poverty. After Beaufort's death, Victor's father marries Beaufort's daughter, Caroline. Victor's early life is marked by a strong family bond and a fascination with outdated science, leading him to pursue the philosopher's stone. A thunderstorm ignites his curiosity about electricity. The narrative concludes with a focus on family dynamics and Victor's upbringing.

What was Victor Frankenstein's father's reputation in Geneva?

• He was respected for his integrity and dedication to public service.

• He was a renowned artist.

• He was a famous scientist.

• He was known for his wealth.

Why did Beaufort move to Lucerne?

• To start a new business.

• To escape his debts.

• To live in poverty and anonymity after losing his wealth.

• To join his family.

How did Victor's father help Beaufort's daughter after Beaufort's death?

• He ignored her.

• He gave her a job.

• He sent her to an orphanage.

• He took her to Geneva and later married her.

Who was Elizabeth in relation to Victor?

• His sister.

• His cousin and future wife.

• His teacher.

• His neighbor.

What were the contrasting interests of Victor and Elizabeth?

• Both were interested in poetry.

• Victor was interested in art, Elizabeth in science.

• Victor was interested in science, Elizabeth in poetry and imagination.

• Both were interested in science.

What was Henry Clerval's favorite type of literature?

• Historical novels.

• Books of chivalry and romance.

• Romantic poetry.

• Science fiction.

How did Victor's father react to his interest in Cornelius Agrippa's works?

• He dismissed it as useless.

• He was indifferent.

• He was proud.

• He encouraged it.

What was Victor's goal in studying the works of Paracelsus and Albertus Magnus?

• To become a politician.

• To write a novel.

• To find the philosopher's stone and elixir of life.

• To become a famous artist.

What did Victor believe about raising ghosts and demons?

• It was a myth.

• It was impossible.

• It was a common practice.

• It was possible according to his favorite authors.

What role did Victor take on in his family?

• He became a politician.

• He was the main educator of his younger brothers.

• He was a merchant.

• He was a soldier.