Themes and Characters in Frankenstein

The video explores key themes in Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein', including curiosity, scientific idealism, disillusionment, and the impact of nature. Curiosity drives Victor and Walton to dangerous obsessions, while scientific idealism warns of the risks of unchecked experimentation. Disillusionment is evident in both Victor and the monster, who face rejection and loss. The novel also highlights the importance of nature and companionship, with characters experiencing loneliness and injustice.

What drives both Victor and Walton to explore new possibilities in 'Frankenstein'?

• Fear

• Curiosity

• Greed

• Revenge

What is the consequence of Victor's curiosity in 'Frankenstein'?

• He becomes a famous scientist

• He discovers a new planet

• He creates a monster leading to many deaths

• He wins a Nobel Prize

Which historical figure's experiments are mentioned in relation to scientific idealism?

• Charles Darwin

• Albert Einstein

• Isaac Newton

• Luigi Galvani

What does Mary Shelley critique through Victor's success in animating the monster?

• The importance of family

• The dangers of excessive scientific experimentation

• The power of love

• The beauty of nature

How does Victor feel after creating the monster?

• Disillusioned and regretful

• Proud and accomplished

• Excited and hopeful

• Indifferent

What does the monster in 'Frankenstein' blindly believe in?

• The strength of friendship

• The beauty of nature

• The power of science

• The goodness of humanity

Which character's death is NOT mentioned as part of the theme of loss?

• Henry

• Elizabeth

• Victor's mother

• Walton

How does nature influence the characters in 'Frankenstein'?

• It provides them with wealth

• It deeply moves them and adds to the novel's romanticism

• It makes them fearful

• It isolates them from society

What does Walton yearn for in 'Frankenstein'?

• A friend

• Wealth

• Knowledge

• Fame

What is a major cause of loneliness for the characters in 'Frankenstein'?

• Lack of education

• Lack of companionship

• Lack of money

• Lack of adventure