Frankenstein Chapter 16 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What is the beginning of the monster's descent into evil?

I bent my mind towards injury and death

I could with pleasure have destroyed the cottage and its inhabitants, and have glutted myself with their shrieks and misery (correct)

You had mentioned Geneva as the name of your native town, and towards this place I resolved to proceed

I gave vent to my anguish in fearful howlings

How does the monster express his anguish?

I gave vent to my anguish in fearful howlings

What decision does the monster make concerning Victor?

I bent my mind towards injury and death

Where does the monster decide to proceed towards?

Geneva Signup and view all the answers

What was the monster's experience after saving a girl's life?

I saved her, and dragged her to shore...he aimed a gun, and fired...This was the reward of my benevolence? Signup and view all the answers

What does the monster vow against mankind?

In hellish rage and gnashing of teeth, I vowed eternal hatred and vengeance to all mankind Signup and view all the answers

What does the monster think about William?

This little creature was unprejudiced, and had lived too short a time to have imbibed a horror of deformity Signup and view all the answers

What does the monster say when he is misinterpreted?

Child, what is the meaning of this? I do not intend to hurt you; listen to me Signup and view all the answers

What insult does William call the monster?

ogre Signup and view all the answers

How does the monster feel empowered through murder?

my heart swelled with hellish triumph: clapping my hands, I exclaimed 'I too can create desolation' Signup and view all the answers

What does the monster describe about Frankenstein's mother?

it softened and attracted me. For a few moments I gazed in delight at her dark eyes, fringed by deep lashes...my rage returned: I was forever deprived of the delights that such beautiful creatures could bestow Signup and view all the answers

What is the monster's request regarding companionship?

My companion must be of the same species, and have the same defects. This being you must create Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Monster's Descent into Evil

The monster expresses a desire for destruction, indicating a pivotal shift towards malevolence.
He identifies with the pain he could inflict on others, suggesting a deepening of his anguish.

Abandonment of Civilized Behavior

The monster vocalizes his suffering through "fearful howlings," symbolizing a loss of connection to civilization and humanity.

Vengeance Against Creator

A conscious shift occurs as the monster resolves to seek revenge on Victor Frankenstein, reflecting his feelings of betrayal and abandonment.

Search for Victor

The monster's resolution to find Victor leads him towards Geneva, marking a significant step in his quest for retribution.

Consequences of Benevolence

An act of saving a girl backfires, as he faces violence instead of gratitude, reinforcing his sense of alienation and injustice.

Hatred for Mankind

In a moment of rage, the monster curses humanity, vowing eternal hatred, showcasing the culmination of his suffering and rejection.

Interaction with William

The monster's encounter with William highlights his hope for acceptance from the innocent, showcasing a brief moment of vulnerability before despair.

Misinterpretation and Fear

A misunderstanding occurs when the monster attempts to communicate with a child, revealing the tragic irony of his intentions compared to societal perceptions.

Insult and Dehumanization

William's derogatory name, "ogre," signifies the monster's internalized shame and the societal tendency to view the different as monstrous.

Empowerment through Violence

The monster experiences a twisted sense of power and triumph following an act of murder, indicating a significant moral corruption.

Glorification of Women and Longing

The monster's reflection on Victor's mother reveals a yearning for beauty and connection, contrasting with his own deformity and isolation.

The Monster's Request

The monster demands a companion of similar nature, emphasizing his longing for understanding and acceptance, as well as an appeal for a kindred spirit.

Description

Explore the pivotal moments in Chapter 16 of Frankenstein, where the monster contemplates revenge against his creator. These flashcards delve into the themes of evil and anguish as the creature's descent accelerates. Test your knowledge of key concepts and quotations from this critical chapter.