Frankenstein Chapter 1 Flashcards

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Who was Caroline?

Caroline Beaufort is the daughter of Beaufort, Alphonse Frankenstein's best friend who dies in poverty. Alphonse rescues and then marries Caroline. Caroline is Victor Frankenstein's mother.

Who is Beaufort?

The dear departed friend of Victor's father.

How would you describe Victor Frankenstein's childhood?

Victor describes his childhood as idyllic, despite losses, due to the presence of a loving family.

Who does Caroline find during a trip to Italy?

Elizabeth. Signup and view all the answers

What draws Caroline to Elizabeth?

Elizabeth is a beautiful blonde girl among dark-haired Italian children, and Caroline sees her as an angel sent from the heavens. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Caroline visit cottages of the poor?

It was a necessity and passion for her to act as a guardian angel to the afflicted, remembering her own suffering. Signup and view all the answers

What is the present that Caroline says she has for Victor?

Elizabeth. Signup and view all the answers

How did Victor look upon Elizabeth?

Victor felt Elizabeth was 'mine--mine to protect, love, and cherish.' Signup and view all the answers

What did Victor and Elizabeth call each other?

Cousins. Signup and view all the answers

Who was Elizabeth's father?

He was an old guard Italian who fought for the liberty of Italy. Signup and view all the answers

What is Victor's nationality?

He is Genevese. Signup and view all the answers

What is important about Victor's family and his ancestors?

His family was distinguished; his ancestors had been counsellors and syndics and his father had filled several public situations with honor and reputation. Signup and view all the answers

How does Victor describe his father, Alphonse?

He was respected by all who knew him for his integrity and indefatigable attention to public business. Signup and view all the answers

Did Victor's father marry at an old age?

True Signup and view all the answers

What did Victor's father do when his best friend fell into poverty?

He tried to find him and was going to help him get back on his feet. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Caroline Beaufort

Caroline Beaufort is the daughter of Beaufort, who was Alphonse Frankenstein's best friend.
After Beaufort's death in poverty, Alphonse rescues Caroline and later marries her.
She is the mother of Victor Frankenstein.

Beaufort

Noted as the dear departed friend of Victor's father.

Victor Frankenstein's Childhood

Victor describes his childhood as idyllic, full of love despite the presence of loss.
Personal losses included the poverty of Beaufort and the orphaning of Elizabeth.
The supportive presence of a close family alleviates sorrow.

Discovery of Elizabeth

Caroline discovers Elizabeth during a trip to Italy.

Caroline's Attraction to Elizabeth

Caroline is drawn to Elizabeth's beauty, especially her fair features among darker-haired children.
She adopts Elizabeth, who is an orphaned daughter of a nobleman and possesses angelic qualities.

Caroline's Acts of Kindness

Caroline frequently visits the cottages of the poor, driven by her past sufferings and desire to help others in need.
She believes in being a guardian angel to the afflicted.

Gift for Victor

Caroline promises a "pretty present" for Victor, which turns out to be Elizabeth.

Victor's Feelings Toward Elizabeth

Victor views Elizabeth as "mine—to protect, love, and cherish."

Relationship Between Victor and Elizabeth

They refer to each other as cousins, indicating a close family bond.

Elizabeth's Father

Elizabeth's father was an old guard Italian who fought for Italy's liberty.

Victor's Nationality

Victor is of Genevese nationality.

Victor's Family Background

Victor's family is distinguished, with ancestors who were counsellors and syndics.
His father earned respect through honorable public service.

Alphonse Frankenstein's Character

Alphonse is respected for his integrity and relentless attention to public affairs.

Alphonse's Marital Age

Alphonse married at an older age after dedicating his life to public service.

Alphonse's Friendship with Beaufort

Alphonse made efforts to help his best friend Beaufort during his time of poverty.

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Test your knowledge on Chapter 1 of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein with these flashcards. Explore important characters like Caroline and Beaufort, and delve into Victor Frankenstein's early life. Perfect for students seeking to reinforce their understanding of the text.