Frankenstein: The Monster's Demands

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What was the narrator's initial emotional state upon seeing land after enduring fatigue and dread?

Rushing joy at the prospect of life (correct)

Fear of the unknown

Apathy towards life

Anger towards the sea

How did the crowd react to the narrator's arrival in the town?

They seemed indifferent to him.

They expressed curiosity and anger. (correct)

They offered immediate assistance.

They welcomed him warmly.

What was the reason given for the narrator to visit Mr. Kirwin?

To provide details about a murder. (correct)

To request refuge from the crowd.

To account for a recent purchase.

To thank him for assistance.

What was the magistrate's initial demeanor towards the narrator?

Calm but slightly severe. Signup and view all the answers

What discovery did the fishermen make regarding the body they found?

The clothes were dry and the body was not cold. Signup and view all the answers

What internal conflict is the narrator experiencing while sitting in the laboratory?

Whether to continue his work or stop for the night Signup and view all the answers

What does the narrator fear about the new being he is about to create?

That she may be even more dangerous than the first creature Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of his previous creation haunts the narrator while he considers creating another being?

The regret for the suffering he has caused Signup and view all the answers

How does the narrator imagine the relationship between the two creatures he considers creating?

They may resent and despise each other Signup and view all the answers

What emotion does the narrator experience upon contemplating the potential consequences of his actions?

Terror at being viewed as a curse by future generations Signup and view all the answers

What sign indicated that the young man had been murdered?

Strangled with clear finger marks on his neck Signup and view all the answers

What effect did the sight of the body have on the narrator?

He experienced parched horror and gasped for breath Signup and view all the answers

What was the narrator's condition after the traumatic events?

He suffered a fever and lay on the brink of death for two months Signup and view all the answers

What was Mr. Kirwin's intention by taking the narrator to see the body?

To observe his reaction for suspicion Signup and view all the answers

How did the narrator describe his feelings towards his own existence in the aftermath of the events?

He questioned why he did not die and felt more miserable than ever Signup and view all the answers

What realization did the narrator have about his promise regarding creating another creature?

He viewed it as a selfish act. Signup and view all the answers

What emotional state did the narrator experience after reading Clerval's letter?

Hope and determination. Signup and view all the answers

Why did the narrator decide to dispose of the remnants of his previous work?

He felt a moral obligation to erase his past. Signup and view all the answers

How did the narrator feel while sailing away after disposing of his creation's remains?

Guilty and anxious. Signup and view all the answers

What challenge did the narrator face after waking from his sleep in the skiff?

He had lost his way and lacked a compass. Signup and view all the answers

What does the creature primarily seek from the creator after the destruction of his companion?

To instill fear and seek revenge Signup and view all the answers

What promise does the creator refuse to fulfill?

To create another being like the creature Signup and view all the answers

How does the creature respond when he feels his hope destroyed?

He vows to ensure the creator suffers Signup and view all the answers

What does the creator fear will happen as a result of his decision not to create another being?

The creature will enact revenge on his loved ones Signup and view all the answers

What emotion does the creator primarily feel after the creature's threats?

Anxiety about his future and loved ones Signup and view all the answers

What claim does Proctor make regarding the actions of the girls in court?

They are deceiving the court. Signup and view all the answers

Which reason does Proctor give for defending his wife?

She is pregnant and deserves protection. Signup and view all the answers

What is Danforth's reaction to Proctor's argument about the reputation of the accused women?

He is unconvinced and thinks otherwise. Signup and view all the answers

How does Danforth respond to Proctor's claim that his wife is pregnant?

He lacks definitive proof of her pregnancy. Signup and view all the answers

What does Mary Warren confess about the other girls?

They are also pretending to see spirits. Signup and view all the answers

What does Giles Corey claim is the reason for the court's condemnation of his wife?

She was reading books. Signup and view all the answers

How does Danforth respond to Giles Corey’s claims in the court?

He dismisses Corey as a contemptuous rioter. Signup and view all the answers

What accusation does Martha Corey make against Thomas Putnam?

He is using witch trials to gain land. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary setting of Act 3 in 'The Crucible'?

The courthouse's vestry room. Signup and view all the answers

What is Giles Corey's attitude when confronting the court?

Defiant and angry. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason Proctor presents a testament in court?

To prove the innocence of his friends and their wives. Signup and view all the answers

How does Danforth view the relationship between being with the court and against it?

One must be either with the court or against it. Signup and view all the answers

What consequence does Danforth suggest for Proctor if he does not provide the name of his informant?

He will be arrested for contempt of court. Signup and view all the answers

What does Hale express about the general atmosphere in the country regarding the court?

There is a growing fear among the people. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main argument that Corey presents against Thomas Putnam?

Putnam prompted his daughter to accuse Jacobs for personal gain. Signup and view all the answers

What causes Giles Corey to express violent intentions towards Putnam?

A belief that Putnam is responsible for his arrest Signup and view all the answers

What is the reason Danforth refuses to let Hale suggest a lawyer for Proctor?

He thinks lawyers are unnecessary in witch trials Signup and view all the answers

What does Mary Warren claim about her previous testimony in court?

She never saw any spirits Signup and view all the answers

What does Hale express as a concern regarding the court's proceedings?

The lack of proper legal defense for the accused Signup and view all the answers

What does Danforth imply about the nature of witchcraft during the trial?

It is inherently invisible and unprovable Signup and view all the answers

Why does Danforth challenge Mary Warren's honesty during her deposition?

He believes she is under Proctor's influence Signup and view all the answers

How does Abigail respond when questioned about Mary's accusations?

She angrily denies any truth to Mary's claims Signup and view all the answers

What does Hale mean when he says he cannot take a life without immaculate proof?

He believes in the sanctity of life Signup and view all the answers

What dilemma does Danforth face as he reads Mary's deposition?

Whether to believe Proctor or the children Signup and view all the answers

What emphasizes the tension between Danforth and Hale during the proceedings?

Danforth's disdain for Hale's opinions Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Monster's Return

The monster has been following the creator, searching for him in forests, caves, and deserts
He demands the creator fulfill his promise to create a female companion
The creator tears up his work in a fit of rage and vows to never create another monster
The monster threatens the creator, claiming he can bring him misery
The monster claims he will be with the creator on his wedding night

The Creator's Fear

The creator is filled with fear and despair
He reflects on the monster's words and his power
Thoughts of Elizabeth and her potential suffering weigh heavily on him
He wishes to escape to a barren island to avoid the monster

The Creator's Awakening

The creator receives a letter from Clerval urging him to join him in Perth
The letter provides some hope and motivates the creator to leave his island
He prepares to leave, but must first dispose of the remains of the monster

The Creator's Escape

The creator sails out to sea, burying the remains of the monster in the darkness
He falls asleep in his boat, and wakes up to find himself far from the shore
The wind drives him further out to sea, and the creator feels a sense of terror
He sees land in the distance and sails towards it with hope

The Creator's Capture

The creator is taken to Mr. Kirwin, a magistrate
He is arrested on suspicion of murder
The creator is innocent, but finds himself in a frightening and alarming situation
He is exhausted and hungry, but tries to appear strong and innocent

The Murder and Investigation

The narrator's initial suspicion that the body found was a drowned person is quickly dispelled as the body was found to be dry and not cold.
The body is identified as a young man, likely around 25 years old, who appears to have been strangled.
The narrator experiences intense agitation upon hearing about the mark of fingers on the neck, due to his past involvement in the murder of his brother.
A witness, Daniel Nugent, states seeing a boat with a single man shortly before the victim fell into the water, which is corroborated by another woman who saw a boat with a similar description departing from the same general area.
Several other witnesses confirm the narrator's presence in the area and the strong wind which might have caused him to return to his landing point.
Due to the narrator's agitation and the coincidences surrounding the case, the magistrate decides to bring him into the room where the body is laid out to observe his reaction.
The narrator is taken to the inn, and the sight of the body, revealed to be Henry Clerval, sends him into convulsions.
The narrator experiences a profound emotional breakdown and develops a fever.
The narrator's delirium involves confessions and pleas to destroy the monster who tormented him.

The Prison and Mr. Kirwin

The narrator wakes up in prison, feeling overwhelmed by misery and remembering the events leading to his imprisonment.
The narrator has a conversation with an uncaring nurse who refers to the murder of the "gentleman" and is dismissive of his plight.
Despite his initial assumptions, the narrator learns that Mr. Kirwin has been acting in his best interests, providing him with a suitable room and necessary medical care.
While recovering, the narrator experiences overwhelming gloom and contemplates suicide.
Mr. Kirwin visits the narrator and attempts to alleviate his suffering.
Mr. Kirwin reveals his knowledge about the narrator's life and family, mentioning letters found on him and the recent letter sent to his father in Geneva.
The narrator, under the influence of a delusion, mistakes Mr. Kirwin's news of a friend's arrival for the murderer's return and cries out to Mr. Kirwin to keep him away.
The narrator then has a joyous realization that the friend is his father.
The narrator's father arrives and provides him with comfort and assurances of family well-being, but is saddened by the prison conditions.

The Trial and Release

The narrator is transported to a court in a nearby country town to face charges, despite his weak health.
Mr. Kirwin takes charge of gathering witnesses and preparing a defense.
The grand jury rejects the bill due to proof of the narrator's presence in the Orkney Islands at the time of the murder.
The narrator is released from prison, though he finds little solace in his freedom.
The narrator's release causes joy for his father, yet the narrator himself remains consumed by grief and despair.
The narrator is haunted by the images of both Clerval and the monster.
The narrator's father tries to instill a sense of hope and affection, but his efforts are generally met with despair.
The narrator experiences periods of longing for Geneva but mostly feels a sense of numbness and detachment.
Despite his despair, the narrator feels a sense of purpose to seek the monster and avenge Clerval's death.

The Departure

The narrator, weakened and suffering from fevers, urges his father to depart Ireland and return to Geneva.
They set sail from Ireland to Havre-de-Grace, and the narrator feels a sense of relief as the land disappears from sight.
The narrator reflects upon his past, his happiness in Geneva, his mother's death, and the obsessive drive that led him to create the monster.
He experiences a deep emotional distress, leading him to take a double dose of laudanum and fall into a troubled sleep.
The narrator awakens from a nightmare and feels a temporary moment of calm.

Act 3 - The Court and the Truth

The scene opens in the meeting house vestry room where the court is being held.
Giles Corey, a farmer, arrives to plead for his wife Martha, who is accused of witchcraft.
Corey accuses Thomas Putnam of falsely accusing people to usurp their land.
He refuses to disclose the name of his source, citing fear for his informant's safety.
The court arrests Corey for contempt.
John Proctor, a farmer, enters with Mary Warren, his servant girl, who had been working in the court and is now claiming all the accusations were false.
Mary delivers a deposition, stating that she never saw spirits and the girls are lying.
Proctor hopes to expose the girls' lies and clear his wife's name.
The court finds itself caught between accepting Mary's testimony and acknowledging the danger of her claims to the trials' foundation.
Danforth, the Deputy Governor, stresses the gravity of the situation and how questioning the court's credibility is seen as an offense.
Proctor argues that many of the women accused have long held good reputations. Parris counters with the biblical story of Cain's deception, implying that outward virtue doesn't preclude a dark heart.
Proctor presents a signed petition from ninety-one individuals, vouching for the good character of Elizabeth, Martha, and Rebecca.
He insists on the girls' false accusations, and the court sends for them to confront Mary.
Danforth questions Mary's sudden change of heart and reiterates the gravity of perjury.
The girls, including Abigail Williams, are summoned to face Mary.
Danforth sets the stage for a confrontation, reminding the girls of the consequences of lying and urging them to confess their pretense.

Accusations Against Abigail

The court investigates accusations of witchcraft against Abigail Williams.
Mary Warren accuses Abigail of stabbing a poppet with a needle, claiming that Abigail witnessed Mary making it.
Abigail denies this accusation, claiming that it is a lie.
John Proctor claims that Abigail is plotting to murder his wife, Elizabeth.

Past Events

Proctor alleges that Abigail was previously dismissed from his household because she was a harlot.
Proctor describes how Abigail was previously punished for laughing during prayer and that she is now "solemn".
Proctor claims that Abigail led girls to the woods for naked dancing.
Proctor accuses Abigail of attempting to harm his wife, Elizabeth, as revenge for being dismissed from his household.

Mary's Testimony

Mary Warren testifies that Abigail is pretending to be afflicted by spirits for personal gain.
Mary claims that she fainted in the courtroom in pretense, not because she truly saw spirits.
Mary denies seeing spirits and states she was influenced by the belief of other girls and the court.

Abigail's Defense

Abigail claims that she was injured by witchcraft and was nearly murdered.
Abigail accuses others of lying.
Abigail feels mistrusted and betrayed by those she helped accuse.

Mary's Sudden Affliction

Mary Warren suddenly begins to act as though she is being afflicted by Abigail's spirit.
Abigail also claims to see visions and that she is being attacked.
Other girls, including Mercy and Susanna, begin to exhibit signs of being afflicted, claiming they are freezing.

Confrontation of John and Elizabeth

John Proctor confesses to adultery with Abigail.
Elizabeth is called to court, and she protects her husband's reputation by denying his affair.
Elizabeth's denial exposes John's confession as a lie to save his life.

Mary Warren's Testimony Shifts

Mary Warren is pressured to admit that she has the power of witchcraft.
Mary denies any involvement with the Devil.
Mary accuses Proctor of threatening her, claiming that he wants to overthrow the court.

Hale's Departure

Hale denounces the proceedings in court and claims that the evidence is false.
Hale questions the validity of the accusations and the legitimacy of the proceedings.
Hale quits the court, unable to participate in the injustice.

Sentencing

The court sentences multiple individuals to hang for witchcraft.
Tituba is sentenced to hang and cries out to the Devil.

Conclusion

The play ends with the court condemning and sending John Proctor to his death.
The play conveys a message about the dangers of mass hysteria, false accusations, and the abuse of power.

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This quiz explores the pivotal moments in Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein', where the monster confronts his creator. It delves into themes of promise, fear, and the consequences of creation. Test your understanding of the creator's emotional turmoil and his interactions with the monster.