Questions and Answers
What is the first food the creature eats when he goes into the forest?
berries
What does the creature call the moon?
orb of night
What weapons do the villagers use to attack the creature?
stones and other kinds of missile weapons
What does Agatha, the young girl, do after she finishes playing her musical instrument?
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Why is the creature perplexed at first by the unhappiness of the peasant family?
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Who is the saddest member of the peasant family?
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Do Felix, Agatha, and their father realize it is the creature who is helping them?
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How does Felix change when Safie arrives?
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What pet name does Felix call his fiancée?
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What book does Felix use to instruct Safie?
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Study Notes
Creature's Discovery and Experience
- The creature's first food in the forest consists of berries found growing on a tree, showcasing his initial foraging instincts.
- He refers to the moon as the "orb of night," indicating his developing understanding and personification of nature.
Villagers' Reaction
- Villagers attack the creature using stones and other projectile weapons, demonstrating their fear and aggression towards the unknown.
- Agatha, upon finishing her music, expresses her emotions by holding her brother and sobbing, highlighting the family's fragility and emotional depth.
Perception of the Peasant Family
- The creature is confused by the peasant family's visible unhappiness, not recognizing their actual poverty despite their apparent needs being met (food, shelter, clothing).
- Felix, the peasant, is perceived as the saddest member of the family, suggesting a deeper layer of suffering hidden beneath their circumstances.
Influence of Safie's Arrival
- Felix's demeanor changes for the better with Safie's arrival; his delight is palpable as "every trait of sorrow vanished from his face," illustrating her impact on his emotional state.
- He affectionately calls Safie his "sweet Arabian," reflecting his deep love and commitment to her.
Learning and Understanding Humanity
- Felix educates Safie using Volney's "Ruins of Empires," which the creature overhears, providing him insight into the complexities of human societies, including their virtues and vices.
- After absorbing knowledge of human actions, the creature grapples with the duality of humanity—capable of both greatness and baseness, which fosters a deeper existential contemplation.
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Test your knowledge of Mary Shelley's 'Frankenstein' with these flashcards covering Volume 2, Chapters 3-5. Explore the creature's experiences and interactions in the forest and with the villagers. Perfect for students and fans of classic literature.
