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Based on Victor's commentary on pages 72-73, the reader can conclude that Victor -
Based on Victor's commentary on pages 72-73, the reader can conclude that Victor -
Which definition of retire best matches the way the word is used on page 78?
Which definition of retire best matches the way the word is used on page 78?
How does the author's use of language on pages 79-80 contribute to the story's tone?
How does the author's use of language on pages 79-80 contribute to the story's tone?
On page 83, what is the most likely reason the author uses figurative language to describe the creature's feelings?
On page 83, what is the most likely reason the author uses figurative language to describe the creature's feelings?
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How does the Creature's initial curiosity influence the effects of Chapter 3?
How does the Creature's initial curiosity influence the effects of Chapter 3?
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On page 95, the word barbarous describes villagers that are acting -
On page 95, the word barbarous describes villagers that are acting -
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What key idea does the author convey through the details on pages 95-100?
What key idea does the author convey through the details on pages 95-100?
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Based on the interaction between the Creature and the old man in Chapter 5, what theme does the author develop?
Based on the interaction between the Creature and the old man in Chapter 5, what theme does the author develop?
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What is the best summary of Chapter 6?
What is the best summary of Chapter 6?
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Which sentence from Chapter 7 best describes the possible benefits of Frankenstein agreeing to the Creature's request?
Which sentence from Chapter 7 best describes the possible benefits of Frankenstein agreeing to the Creature's request?
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Victor's attitude (pages 72-73)
Victor's attitude (pages 72-73)
Victor prioritizes his loved ones' well-being over personal concerns, showing deep care and emotional dependence on them.
Definition of "retire" (page 78)
Definition of "retire" (page 78)
To withdraw from a place and go to bed.
Tone of the text (pages 79-80)
Tone of the text (pages 79-80)
The story's tone is sorrowful, not cheerful or accepting. The language reflects a mood of sadness and regret.
Figurative language (page 83)
Figurative language (page 83)
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Creature's initial curiosity (Chapter 3)
Creature's initial curiosity (Chapter 3)
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Meaning of "barbarous" (page 95)
Meaning of "barbarous" (page 95)
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Key idea (pages 95-100)
Key idea (pages 95-100)
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Theme in Chapter 5
Theme in Chapter 5
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Summary of Chapter 6 (simplified)
Summary of Chapter 6 (simplified)
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Benefit of Creature's request (page 115)
Benefit of Creature's request (page 115)
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Victor's feelings (simplified)
Victor's feelings (simplified)
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Tone of the chapters
Tone of the chapters
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Creature's motivations
Creature's motivations
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Theme of abandonment
Theme of abandonment
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Creature's cruelty
Creature's cruelty
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Villagers' hostility
Villagers' hostility
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Creature's response to rejection
Creature's response to rejection
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Impact of the Creature's actions
Impact of the Creature's actions
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Study Notes
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Question 1
- Victor's commentary on pages 72-73 suggests he prioritizes the well-being of those he loves over his own life.
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Question 2
- The dictionary definition best matching the use of "retire" on page 78 is "to leave one's job and quit working".
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Question 3
- The author's language on pages 79-80 creates a sense of sorrow in the story.
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Question 4
- On page 83, the figurative language used to describe the creature's feelings likely emphasizes Victor's responsibility to protect his creations.
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Question 5
- The creature's initial curiosity leads to a desire to explore and learn about the world around him, contributing to chapter 3's events and motivation.
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Question 6
- The word "barbarous", on page 95, describes villagers acting cruelly.
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Question 7
- The main idea conveyed on pages 95-100 highlights the family's struggles and unhappiness, as opposed to the creatures desires.
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Question 8
- The interaction between the Creature and the old man in Chapter 5, develops the theme that strangers should be viewed with caution.
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Question 9
- A summary of Chapter 6: The Creature flees his cottage. He then encounters a hunter and is shot. He then travels to Geneva where he encounters William Frankenstein and kills the boy. He then hides his actions and lets Justine be wrongly blamed for the murder.
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Question 10
- The sentence from Chapter 7 that best describes potential benefits of Frankenstein's agreement to the Creature's request is: "...I swear to you that, with the companion you bestow, I will quit the neighborhood of man" (page 117). This indicates the Creature intends to leave human society.
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This quiz explores key themes and language in specific chapters of Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein'. Analyze Victor's priorities, the creature's emotions, and figurative language used throughout the text. Test your understanding of the characters' motivations and the overall tone of the story.