Victor Frankenstein's Moral Dilemmas and Discoveries

The transcript details the journey of a student deeply engrossed in the study of natural philosophy and chemistry. As he delves into the mysteries of life and death, he discovers the secret to animating lifeless matter. This discovery leads him to create a living being, but the pursuit of knowledge comes with ethical dilemmas and personal consequences. The narrative explores themes of scientific curiosity, the boundaries of human knowledge, and the moral implications of playing God.

What subject did Victor Frankenstein become particularly interested in?

• History

• Mathematics

• Literature

• Natural Philosophy and Chemistry

How did Victor's professors react to his progress?

• They were indifferent

• They were astonished and impressed

• They were disappointed

• They were critical

What question did Victor often ponder about the human frame?

• The origin of human emotions

• How to improve human strength

• The principle of life

• The best diet for humans

What significant discovery did Victor make?

• A cure for all diseases

• A new element

• The cause of generation and life

• A method to travel through time

What moral concern did Victor have about his discovery?

• It might cause environmental damage

• It could lead to financial ruin

• It might be too expensive to replicate

• It could result in infallible misery

What decision did Victor make regarding the creation of a new being?

• To create a being of simpler organization

• To create a being of gigantic stature

• To abandon the project

• To create a being identical to himself

What effect did Victor's obsession with his work have on his personal life?

• He traveled extensively

• He became wealthy

• He neglected his family and health

• He became more social