Questions and Answers
What is revealed about the creature's character very early in Chapter XV?
He learned more about evil by reading about it.
How does the creature feel about the Sorrows of Werter? In what ways is he different from the characters in the book?
He thinks that the characters are very noble and reminds him of the cottagers. However, he is dependent on no one and related to no one.
What is the creature's reaction to Paradise Lost?
Like Adam, he has disappointed his creator. Unlike Adam, he was not created by God, has no partner, and is unhappy with his existence.
Why couldn't the creature fully sympathize with the characters in Milton's book?
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What does the creature find in his pocket and how does it make him feel?
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What happens when the creature introduces himself to the cottagers?
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Why doesn't the creature kill itself after this incident?
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What evidence is there that the creature is still essentially good despite this momentous disappointment?
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What does the creature decide to do? What is his new plan?
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What happens that makes the creature finally despair?
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Why does the creature decide to go to Geneva?
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Why does the creature ask for a mate?
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Study Notes
Creature's Character Development
- The creature learns about evil through literature, particularly reflecting on its portrayal in stories.
Reaction to Literature
- The creature admires the nobility of characters in "The Sorrows of Werter," seeing reflections of the cottagers in them, yet he feels isolated and independent, lacking any familial ties.
Comparison with Adam
- The creature resonates with Adam's feelings of disappointment towards his creator but differs significantly: he was not created by a divine being, lacks companionship, and exists in torment rather than contentment.
Inability to Sympathize
- The creature struggles to empathize with characters in Milton's "Paradise Lost" due to his ignorance of his origins and purpose.
Discovery of Victor's Journal
- Upon finding Victor Frankenstein's journal, the creature experiences feelings of abandonment and emotional pain.
Encounter with the Cottagers
- The creature's introduction to the cottagers ends in chaos: Agatha faints, Safie flees, and Felix violently attacks him.
Hope for Connection
- Despite being assaulted, the creature refrains from suicide, holding onto the hope of communicating with the blind man, De Lacey.
Evidence of Goodness
- The creature demonstrates innate goodness by rescuing a young girl from drowning, showcasing a capacity for compassion despite his hardships.
New Strategy
- The creature resolves to approach De Lacey when the rest of the cottagers are absent, seeking a chance for understanding.
Moment of Despair
- After being chased and attacked despite his good intentions, the creature reaches a point of despair, feeling utterly rejected.
Journey to Geneva
- Motivated by Victor's journal, the creature travels to Geneva, marking a transformation fueled by vengeance against humanity for its cruel treatment.
Desire for a Companion
- The creature’s request for a mate stems from his profound loneliness; he yearns for a companion who shares his nature and existence.
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Description
Explore the key concepts and character developments in Chapters 15 and 16 of Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein'. This quiz focuses on the creature's understanding of evil and his reflections on the characters from 'The Sorrows of Werter'. Test your knowledge through flashcards!
