Frankenstein Chapter 5 Quotes Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What does 'his shrivelled complexion and straight black lips' describe?

The monster's features, just after creation.

What emotion does Frankenstein express in 'breathless horror and disgust filled my heart'?

Disgust at the monster's appearance.

What does 'demonical corpse' imply about the monster?

The monster is dismissed as evil before he even speaks.

What does the quote 'I will glut the maw of death, until it be satiated with the blood of your remaining friends' reveal about the monster?

The monster speaks for the first time in an ultra-violent and aggressive manner. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the quote 'I ought to be thy Adam, but I am rather the fallen angel'?

The monster implies a desire to have been good. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'These bleak skies I hail, for they are kinder to me than your fellow-beings' indicate?

Demonstrates the monster's isolation. Signup and view all the answers

What emotion does the monster express in '..I sat down and wept'?

He shows emotion as he recalls his first moments after creation. Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase '..fearfully took refuge in a low hovel, quite bare' describe?

Describes the monster's poor accommodation. Signup and view all the answers

What does the quote 'Why, in that instant, did I not extinguish the spark of existence which you had so wantonly bestowed' express?

The monster despairs and questions why he did not just kill himself. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'I feel the spirit of revenge enkindled in my heart' signify?

The monster feels bitterness as he becomes more consumed by his feelings of revenge. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'I vowed eternal hatred and vengeance to all mankind' reflect?

Bitterness after being shot while trying to save a drowning girl. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'The child still struggled, and loaded me with epithets which carried despair to my heart' reveal?

Describes the monster killing William while feeling sadness and guilt. Signup and view all the answers

What is implied by 'I do not destroy the lamb and the kid to glut my appetite'?

The monster describes his vegetarian diet, depicting him as more gentle than most humans. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'the bitter sting of remorse will not cease to rankle my wounds' indicate?

The monster's guilt for his actions will always exceed Frankenstein's. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Monster's Appearance

Described as having a "shrivelled complexion and straight black lips," highlighting the grotesque nature of his creation.
Initial reaction from Frankenstein is profound disgust, marked by "breathless horror and disgust filled my heart," showcasing his immediate revulsion.

Perception of Evil

The monster is labeled a "demonical corpse," emphasizing societal rejection and preconceptions of monstrosity before he even speaks.
The first words from the monster are aggressive, stating, "I will glut the maw of death," revealing his violent nature and setting a tone of vengeance.

Struggle with Identity

The line, "I ought to be thy Adam, but I am rather the fallen angel," conveys the monster's inner conflict and desire for acceptance.
Expresses feelings of isolation, stating, "These bleak skies I hail..." indicating that nature offers him more solace than humanity.

Emergence of Emotion

The monster openly weeps, revealing vulnerability with "I sat down and wept," reflecting on his abandonment right after creation.
Lives in a "low hovel, quite bare," which symbolizes his lonely existence and lack of place in the world.

Despair and Revenge

In moments of despair, he questions, "Why, in that instant, did I not extinguish the spark of existence?" illustrating intense self-loathing and creating sympathy from the reader.
Anger grows, expressed through "I feel the spirit of revenge enkindled in my heart," indicating a transformation into bitterness stemming from betrayal.

Regret and Humanity

Vows "eternal hatred and vengeance to all mankind," as a direct consequence of relentless rejection and his brutal experiences.
Experiences guilt while recounting the murder of William, revealing humanity with "loaded me with epithets which carried despair to my heart."

Nature vs. Nurture

Claims, "I do not destroy the lamb and the kid to glut my appetite," portraying himself as more compassionate and gentle than humans, suggesting an innate kindness undermined by circumstances.

Final Reflections

In Walton's final letter, the monster reflects, "the bitter sting of remorse will not cease to rankle my wounds," a sobering acknowledgment of guilt and consequence, contrasting with Frankenstein's detachment from responsibility.

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Test your knowledge of key quotes from Chapter 5 of Mary Shelley's Frankenstein. Each flashcard presents a notable phrase and its context related to the monster's description and the creator's reaction. Dive into the themes of horror and creation as depicted in this classic novel.