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What were the feelings of the creature towards his creator?
What were the feelings of the creature towards his creator?
Rage and revenge
What did the creature wish to do to the cottage and its inhabitants?
What did the creature wish to do to the cottage and its inhabitants?
The creature believed that he had made errors that were irretrievable.
The creature believed that he had made errors that were irretrievable.
False
What did Felix say about the condition of his father?
What did Felix say about the condition of his father?
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The creature vowed to seek _____ from his creator.
The creature vowed to seek _____ from his creator.
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What did the creature do after saving the young girl from drowning?
What did the creature do after saving the young girl from drowning?
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The creature felt kindness and gentleness after being shot.
The creature felt kindness and gentleness after being shot.
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What was the creature's eventual plan after enduring long travels?
What was the creature's eventual plan after enduring long travels?
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What does the creature feel towards his creator throughout the text?
What does the creature feel towards his creator throughout the text?
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What does the creature wish to do after realizing that the De Lacey family has left?
What does the creature wish to do after realizing that the De Lacey family has left?
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The creature originally saved a young girl from drowning but was rewarded with __________.
The creature originally saved a young girl from drowning but was rewarded with __________.
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The creature feels sympathy for mankind throughout the text.
The creature feels sympathy for mankind throughout the text.
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Where does the creature decide to travel after his misfortunes?
Where does the creature decide to travel after his misfortunes?
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What emotions does the creature experience after he has been abandoned by the De Lacey family?
What emotions does the creature experience after he has been abandoned by the De Lacey family?
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What does the creature decide to create as a companion?
What does the creature decide to create as a companion?
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The creature first expresses his desires and feelings to his creator, __________.
The creature first expresses his desires and feelings to his creator, __________.
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The creature successfully builds a connection with the De Lacey family.
The creature successfully builds a connection with the De Lacey family.
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Study Notes
The Creature’s Anguish and Revenge
- The Creature expresses intense despair and rage at his existence, wishing he had never been created.
- He feels a deep sense of isolation and lack of empathy from humanity, desiring to bring destruction upon the world.
- He initially tries to find solace in the De Lacey family, but their horror at his appearance drives him away.
- Filled with rage and vengeance, he burns down the De Lacey cottage and vows eternal war against humanity.
Journey to Find His Creator
- The Creature seeks out his creator, Victor Frankenstein, believing he is the only one who can provide justice for his misery.
- He travels across Europe, enduring harsh weather and loneliness, driven by his desire for revenge.
The Encounter with the Child
- While waiting for a chance to confront Victor, the Creature encounters a young boy and decides to use him as a weapon against his creator.
- He sees the boy as a tool for revenge, believing Victor’s grief will be amplified by the child’s death.
- Despite a moment of softening when he sees the boy’s portrait of a beautiful woman, his rage and bitterness overpower him.
The Murder of the Child
- The boy’s fear and screams fuel the Creature’s anger, leading him to strangle the child.
- The Creature experiences a surge of triumphant cruelty after the murder, feeling empowered by his ability to inflict pain on Victor.
The Encounter with the Sleeping Woman
- In a barn, the Creature encounters a sleeping young woman and experiences conflicting emotions of desire and despair.
- He longs for connection and affection but realizes his monstrous appearance would only elicit fear and disgust.
- Driven by a twisted logic, he sees the woman as a source of his suffering and decides to punish her by leaving the portrait of Victor’s lover in her dress.
The Creature’s Demands
- The Creature arrives at the mountains, seeking out Victor for a final confrontation.
- He demands that Victor create a female companion for him, believing that only a being as monstrous as him could truly understand his pain and accept him.
- He sees this as a key to ending his loneliness and the possibility of creating a new society for outcasts like him.
The Creature's Anger and Desolation
- The Creature expresses immense anger and despair at his existence, blaming his creator for his misery.
- Feeling isolated and unsympathetic, he desires revenge and considers destroying everything around him.
- He reflects on his hasty actions with the De Lacey family, acknowledging his errors in revealing himself too quickly.
- Despite his initial anger, he develops a desire to return to the De Lacey family and win them over with his explanations.
- Driven by a profound sense of injustice and betrayal, the Creature vows eternal war against humanity, particularly against his creator.
The Creature's Revenge and Flight
- His anger and frustration escalate as he finds the De Laceys’ cottage empty and learns of their departure due to the events he had caused.
- Fueled by revenge, he sets fire to their cottage, symbolizing his rage and desire for destruction.
- Driven by a desire for connection and seeking justice, he resolves to find his creator, Frankenstein, seeking a solution to his plight.
- His journey is arduous, filled with hardship and isolation, highlighting his increasingly desperate state.
- He finds a sense of temporary solace in the beauty of nature but is quickly reminded of his solitude and the horror that surrounds him.
The Creature's Act of Violence
- On a day filled with renewed hope inspired by Spring, the Creature saves a young girl from drowning but is met with fear and violence from a villager.
- This event confirms his perception of man's cruelty and fuels his hatred and desire for revenge.
- This incident marks a turning point in his path, solidifying his commitment to vengeance.
The Creature's Encounter with Frankenstein's Son
- He encounters a young boy, William, and recognizes him as Frankenstein's son, leading him to perceive the child as a direct symbol of his creator.
- Driven by a desire to inflict pain on Frankenstein, the Creature murders the child, seeing it as an act of retribution.
- The act of violence, despite the Creature's initial sense of triumph, reignites his feelings of isolation and despair, reminding him of his inability to find connection or happiness.
The Creature's Manipulation
- He manipulates a young woman, seeking to exploit her beauty and innocence for his own twisted needs.
- This act exposes his descent into darkness and the depths to which he is willing to sink for vengeance.
- The Creature’s actions emphasize his desire for companionship, though it is tainted by his warped perception of love and connection.
- Seeking someone who will accept him despite his deformities, he once more turns to Frankenstein, demanding the creation of a companion.
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Explore the themes of anguish, revenge, and isolation in Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein'. The Creature's journey of seeking his creator, Victor, drives the plot as he grapples with despair and a thirst for vengeance. This quiz delves into key moments that highlight his internal struggles and actions against humanity.
