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Victor is tormented by the false calm that descends upon the Frankenstein household following the death of ___________________.
Justine
Victor is wracked with guilt; though he intended to further the cause of human happiness, he has ended in committing _____________________________________.
deeds of mischief beyond description horrible.
Victor's health suffers as a result of his massive sense of _________ and the bleak depression that accompanies it.
guilt
What happens to Victor's father upon observing Victor's misery?
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The Frankenstein family, 'blasted' as a result of their recent misfortunes, end up going where?
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At Belrive, how does Victor pass most of his hours?
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At Belrive, Victor often contemplates suicide, but what deters him from doing this?
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Victor's hatred of the creature reaches pathological proportions and takes on what type of character?
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How is Elizabeth changed by the tragedy?
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What happens to Victor when Justine talks about how she feels great pity for the man who must carry the guilt for William's murder on his conscience?
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How does Victor 'escape' from his misery?
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Study Notes
Guilt and Torment
- Victor is deeply troubled by the calm in the Frankenstein household after Justine's death.
- He feels overwhelming guilt for his actions, believing he has committed "deeds of mischief beyond description horrible."
- His health deteriorates due to his guilt and accompanying depression.
Family Struggles
- Victor's father becomes ill after witnessing Victor's torment.
- The family retreats to their summer home at Belrive to escape their misfortunes.
Solitude and Reflection
- At Belrive, Victor spends most of his time in solitude, struggling with the secret of William's death.
- The landscape's beauty contrasts with Victor's inner turmoil and often leads him to contemplate suicide.
- His thoughts of suicide are interrupted by concerns for Elizabeth's grief and the potential havoc his creature could unleash.
Obsession and Hatred
- Victor's hatred for the creature becomes obsessive, consuming his thoughts as he seeks revenge.
- Elizabeth, affected by the tragedy, loses faith in humanity, seeing men as "monsters thirsting after each other's blood." However, she remains convinced of Justine's innocence.
Despair and Escape
- Victor despairs when he hears Elizabeth expressing pity for the man guilty of William's murder, feeling that he himself bears that guilt.
- To escape his misery, Victor travels through the Alpine valley of Chamonix, finding awe in the landscape and a sense of connection to a higher power.
- The physical exertion of his journey allows him to finally find rest, as he is able to sleep for the first time since Justine's execution.
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Explore the profound themes of guilt, family struggles, and obsession in Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein'. This quiz examines Victor Frankenstein's deteriorating mental state and the impact of his choices on those around him. Delve into how solitude and reflection shape his character as he grapples with his inner demons.
