Frankenstein Chapters 7-8 Flashcards
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What are the circumstances of William's death?

He was strangled while playing hide and seek, and fingerprints were found on his neck.

Why did Elizabeth blame herself for William's death?

She let him wear a necklace from their mother and thinks he was killed for it.

As Victor returns to his hometown in Switzerland, what is illuminated in a flash of lightning, and what does Victor realize?

The creature is illuminated in a flash of lightning, and Victor realizes that the creature killed William.

Why does Justine get blamed for William's murder?

<p>She had the picture of their mother from the necklace in her pocket and was confused; she took to her bed after he was killed out of guilt.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why doesn't Victor explain who the real murderer is?

<p>People will think he's crazy and won't believe him; he doesn't think there is strong enough evidence against Justine.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why does Justine confess to committing William's murder?

<p>She was being interrogated by a priest who said God would forgive her if she confessed.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Justine describe the world?

<p>Sad and bitter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Justine's final advice for Elizabeth?

<p>Be happy and make others happy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Victor describe William and Justine, collectively?

<p>They are the first victims of his unhallowed art (creature).</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Circumstances of William's Death

  • William was strangled during a game of hide and seek.
  • Fingerprints were found on his neck, hinting at foul play.

Elizabeth's Guilt

  • Elizabeth feels responsible for William's death due to allowing him to wear their mother's necklace.
  • She believes the charm led to his murder as it made him a target.

Victor's Revelation

  • Upon returning to his hometown in Switzerland, Victor sees a flash of lightning illuminating the creature.
  • He realizes that the creature is responsible for William's death.

Justine's Accusation

  • Justine is blamed for William's murder because she was found with the picture of their mother from the necklace.
  • Her behavior post-murder, including her guilt-ridden state, adds to the suspicion against her.

Victor's Silence

  • Victor refrains from revealing the true murderer to avoid being deemed insane.
  • He perceives a lack of convincing evidence to defend Justine.

Justine's Confession

  • Under duress during an interrogation, Justine confesses to the murder after a priest assures her of divine forgiveness.

Justine's Worldview

  • Justine characterizes her experience of the world as sad and bitter, reflecting her tragic circumstances.

Final Words to Elizabeth

  • Justine's last piece of advice to Elizabeth is to seek happiness and spread joy to others.

Victims of the Creature

  • Victor describes William and Justine as the initial victims of his "unhallowed art," linking their fates directly to the creation of the creature.

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Test your knowledge on Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' Chapters 7-8 with these flashcards. Explore the circumstances of William's death, Elizabeth's feelings of guilt, and key moments as Victor returns home. A perfect tool for mastering these chapters!

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