Frankenstein Chapter 14 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What was the name of the old man who lived in the cottage?

De Lacey.

What was the cottagers' situation before being in poverty?

They were an aristocratic family who lived in good conditions in Paris.

What was the cause of the cottagers' ruin?

Safie's father, who was a Muslim Turkish merchant.

What was judged to be the cause of Safie's father's condemnation?

His religion (Islam) and his wealth. Signup and view all the answers

What did Safie's father promise Felix if Felix conveyed him to safety from prison?

He promised Safie's hand in marriage to Felix. Signup and view all the answers

What did Safie write in her letter to Felix as Felix tried to get Safie's father to safety?

Safie wrote her thanks to Felix and deplored her own fate. Signup and view all the answers

What did the creature say he would give to Victor as proof of his tale's authenticity?

Copies of Safie's letter to Felix. Signup and view all the answers

Who was Safie's mother?

A beautiful Christian Arab who was enslaved. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Safie not want to return to the Ottoman Empire?

She would be immured in a harem if she returned, and had less free agency in the Ottoman Empire. She also wanted to marry a Christian and remain in a country where women were allowed to take a rank in society. Signup and view all the answers

When did Safie's father escape from prison with Felix's help?

The day before his execution. Signup and view all the answers

What was Safie's father's attitude towards Safie's and Felix's relationship?

He loathed the idea that his daughter would marry a Christian, but he didn't want Felix to betray him and turn him in. Signup and view all the answers

What happened when Felix's plan to help Safie's father escape was exposed?

De Lacey and Agatha were imprisoned. Felix felt guilty, so he left Italy for Paris and arranged that Safie should stay at a convent at Leghorn if her father found an opportunity to escape before Felix returned to Italy. Signup and view all the answers

What did Felix hope to accomplish by going back to Paris and turning himself in?

He hoped to free De Lacey and Agatha. Signup and view all the answers

How long did Felix, De Lacey, and Agatha remain in prison?

5 months. Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the trial of Felix, De Lacey, and Agatha?

The family lost their fortune and were perpetually exiled from France. Signup and view all the answers

Where was the cottage where Felix, Agatha, and De Lacy lived?

Germany. Signup and view all the answers

What did Safie's father plan to do about Safie as he sailed for Constantinople to evade the French government?

Leave her in the care of a confidential servant. Signup and view all the answers

What did Safie do after her father left for Constantinople?

She took her jewels, some money, and traveled to Germany after seeing in some papers the exile of Felix and the place of his residence. Signup and view all the answers

Where did Safie's attendant fall dangerously ill?

20 leagues from the cottage of De Lacey. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cottagers' Background

De Lacey was the elderly man living in the cottage.
The cottagers were once an aristocratic family in Paris before falling into poverty.
Their downfall was linked to Safie's father, a Turkish merchant.

Safie and Her Father's Circumstances

Safie’s father's condemnation stemmed from his religion (Islam) and wealth.
He promised Felix his daughter's hand in marriage in exchange for assistance in escaping prison.
Safie's mother was a Christian Arab who had been enslaved.

Safie's Decisions and Actions

Safie chose not to return to the Ottoman Empire, fearing imprisonment in a harem and longing to marry a Christian.
Her father escaped prison on the eve of his execution, assisted by Felix.
Feeling trapped, Safie took her valuables and traveled to Germany after learning about Felix's exile.

Relationships and Conflicts

Safie's father disapproved of her relationship with Felix, yet feared betrayal.
Felix's attempt to help Safie's father resulted in imprisonment for De Lacey and Agatha, leading to a guilt-driven return to Paris.

Imprisonment and Trial Outcomes

Felix, De Lacey, and Agatha were imprisoned for five months following the exposure of Felix's plan.
The family lost their fortune and was permanently exiled from France due to the trial's outcome.

Setting and Events

The cottage inhabited by Felix, Agatha, and De Lacey was located in Germany.
Safie's attendant fell ill approximately 20 leagues from De Lacey’s cottage, complicating her journey.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 14 from Mary Shelley's Frankenstein with these flashcards. This quiz covers key characters and events related to the cottagers and their background. Challenge yourself and see how well you remember important details from this pivotal chapter.