Frankenstein Volume 2 Chapters 1-2 Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Where does the Frankenstein family move to after Justine is executed?

The family moves into their house in Belrive.

How does Victor spend his time at Belrive?

Victor sails his sailboat aimlessly, letting the wind blow him in any direction.

When does Victor like to sail his boat?

He usually sails at night, after his family has gone to sleep.

Besides sailing, what else does Victor consider doing at the lake?

Victor thinks about committing suicide by drowning himself in the lake. Signup and view all the answers

How do Victor and his family travel to Chamonix?

They travel first by carriage and later, as they enter the mountains, by mule. Signup and view all the answers

What is Victor looking at when the creature appears?

Victor is looking at Mont Blanc and Montanvert, two mountains in the Alps. Signup and view all the answers

What does Victor call the creature when he first sees him?

Victor calls him 'Devil!' and a 'vile insect.' Signup and view all the answers

What happens when Victor tries to attack the creature?

When Victor springs at the creature, the creature easily eludes him. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Victor agree to listen to the creature's story?

Victor is not only curious, but he is also moved by a strange compassion for the creature, and he feels a sense of duty because he is the monster's creator. Signup and view all the answers

What is the creature's mood when he enters the hut with Victor?

Victor says the creature is exultant. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Frankenstein Volume 2 Chapters 1-2 Summary

The Frankenstein family relocates to their home in Belrive following Justine's execution, seeking solace and a fresh start.
Victor spends his time aimlessly sailing on the lake, allowing the wind to guide his boat without a specific destination.
He prefers sailing at night, often after his family has gone to bed, reflecting his troubled state of mind.
While at the lake, Victor contemplates suicide, pondering the possibility of drowning himself in the water.
The family's journey to Chamonix involves a carriage ride, followed by mule transport as they ascend into the mountainous terrain.
Upon reaching the mountains, Victor gazes at Mont Blanc and Montanvert, reminiscent of nature's majesty and his internal turmoil when the creature surfaces.
Initial reaction to the creature reveals Victor's animosity, referring to it as "Devil!" and a "vile insect," highlighting his revulsion.
An attempted attack on the creature fails as Victor's efforts are thwarted; the creature effortlessly evades him.
Victor's decision to listen to the creature's story stems from curiosity, compassion, and a sense of responsibility as its creator.
When the creature enters the hut where Victor is, it is characterized as exultant, suggesting a complex emotional state amid their strained relationship.

Description

This quiz covers key concepts and events from Volume 2, Chapters 1-2 of Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein'. Test your understanding of the characters' movements and Victor's emotional state during this part of the story. Use these flashcards to help reinforce your knowledge of the text.