Victor's Justice and Guilt Analysis

In Chapter 21, Victor is in court hearing evidence about a body found on the beach. The narrative unfolds like a crime novel, revealing the body to be Victor's friend, Henry Clerval. Victor's reaction to the discovery and his subsequent illness reflect his deep guilt, as he indirectly caused Henry's death by creating the monster. The justice system is critiqued for its class-based biases, as Victor's social standing influences his treatment. The narrative draws parallels between Victor's situation and Justine's earlier trial, highlighting systemic flaws.

What is the initial setting of Victor's court hearing?

• A library

• A hospital

• A courtroom

• A police station

What genre does the narrative style of Victor's court hearing resemble?

• Romantic novel

• Science fiction

• Historical fiction

• Crime novel

Whose body is discovered on the beach?

• Henry Clerval

• Justine

• Victor's brother

• Alphonse Frankenstein

How does Victor react when he learns about the marks on the body's throat?

• He laughs

• He faints

• He runs away

• He sweats and trembles

What does Victor's reaction to seeing Henry's body suggest to the magistrate?

• Victor is innocent

• Victor is indifferent

• Victor is confused

• Victor is guilty

What is ironic about Victor's situation in court?

• He is innocent but feels responsible

• He is the judge

• He is guilty of the crime

• He is unaware of the crime

What pattern is observed in Victor's response to guilt and trauma?

• He becomes violent

• He falls ill

• He seeks revenge

• He becomes silent

Who helps Victor recover from his physical collapse?

• Henry Clerval

• Justine

• Kerwin and Alphonse Frankenstein

• The magistrate

What role does Kerwin play in Victor's defense?

• He is indifferent

• He ignores Victor

• He supports Victor

• He accuses Victor

What factor seems to influence Kerwin's treatment of Victor?

• Victor's nationality

• Victor's innocence

• Victor's social class

• Victor's wealth