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Who arrives at the cottage in the spring?
Who arrives at the cottage in the spring?
What is Safie's background?
What is Safie's background?
Safie is the daughter of a Turkish man who was arrested and exiled.
How does her language help the creature?
How does her language help the creature?
It allows the creature to learn the language quicker as he has no other language.
Which of them learns faster?
Which of them learns faster?
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How does the creature learn about reading?
How does the creature learn about reading?
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What book does Felix use to teach Safie?
What book does Felix use to teach Safie?
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What does the creature learn from this book?
What does the creature learn from this book?
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What happens when the creature begins to think about himself?
What happens when the creature begins to think about himself?
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How does he compare with the humans described in the book?
How does he compare with the humans described in the book?
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What questions does he ask himself?
What questions does he ask himself?
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What does he learn about human relationships, and how does this make him feel?
What does he learn about human relationships, and how does this make him feel?
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How did the De Lacey family come to be living in the cottage?
How did the De Lacey family come to be living in the cottage?
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How did Safie come to find and join them?
How did Safie come to find and join them?
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What does the creature find in the woods?
What does the creature find in the woods?
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What are the three books that the creature reads, and what does he learn from each?
What are the three books that the creature reads, and what does he learn from each?
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What else does the creature read and what does he learn from it?
What else does the creature read and what does he learn from it?
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How long has it been since the creature came to life?
How long has it been since the creature came to life?
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What is Victor doing at this point?
What is Victor doing at this point?
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What does the creature hope will happen when he talks to De Lacey?
What does the creature hope will happen when he talks to De Lacey?
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What actually happens?
What actually happens?
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Study Notes
Safie's Background and Arrival
- Safie is the daughter of a Turkish man who was imprisoned; her family lost wealth due to government troubles.
- Felix De Lacey sought to help Safie's father escape, leading to the family's exile to a cottage in Germany.
- Safie desires to learn the language of the cottagers, which allows the monster to learn quickly since he has no previous language.
Language and Learning
- Felix teaches Safie to read, using Volney's "Ruins of Empires" as a textbook, which the monster observes.
- The monster gains knowledge about historical empires, their governments, and societal structures, contributing to his understanding of humanity.
The Monster's Self-Reflection
- The monster grapples with his identity, noting his differences from humans and feeling profound loneliness.
- He questions his status as a "monster," realizing he is unique and isolated from human companionship.
Understanding Human Relationships
- The creature learns about familial love and friendship, feeling deprived and increasingly alone as he reflects on human connections.
De Lacey Family's Circumstances
- The De Lacey family became exiled after attempting to assist Safie's father; they moved to a cottage in Germany following their imprisonment in France.
Safie's Journey
- Safie chose not to live in Turkey, instead seeking Felix after discovering his letters detailing their exile.
- She traveled from Italy with money and possessions, assisted by a now-deceased attendant who ensured her arrival at Felix's cottage.
The Creature's Discoveries
- In the woods, the monster finds a leather portmanteau containing clothing and three significant books: "Paradise Lost," "Plutarch's Lives," and "Sorrows of Werter."
Insights from Literature
- "Paradise Lost" teaches the creature about creation and abandonment; he identifies with both Adam and Satan, feeling rejected by his creator.
- "Plutarch's Lives" introduces him to the heroes and history of past civilizations, inspiring thoughts on governance and morality.
- "Sorrows of Werter" presents themes of death and gentle sentiments, leading the monster to introspect on his existence and purpose.
Victor's Journal
- The monster reads Victor's journal detailing his own creation, including Victor's regret for giving him life and the implications of being unloved.
Timeline of Events
- A year has passed since the creature's creation, during which Victor has been hiking in Geneva, reflecting his emotional state and external pursuits.
Encounter with the De Laceys
- The monster hopes that speaking to Mr. De Lacey will earn him acceptance; however, upon being discovered by Felix and Safie, he faces violent rejection and flees back to his hovel.
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Enhance your knowledge of Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' with flashcards focusing on chapters 13 to 15. These cards explore key characters and themes, including the relationship between Safie and Felix, as well as the monster's quest for language. Perfect for students seeking a deeper understanding of the novel's complexities.
