Questions and Answers
Who tells Victor that he should remember that he can marry Elizabeth if he loves her?
His father
Why does Victor not want to immediately marry Elizabeth?
Because he still has not fulfilled his promise to the monster.
Why does Victor want to go to England?
To find things that will help him in the creation of the female monster.
Which character reminds Victor of his former self?
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Where does Victor work on the female monster and what does he think of this land?
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How does Victor feel now as he works on the female monster?
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Why does Victor destroy the monster's mate before his eyes?
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What does the monster mean when he says 'you are the creator but I am the master'?
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What does Victor do after he cleans up his chemistry materials after his fight with the monster?
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What do the Irishmen accuse Victor of?
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What happens to Victor when he sees the dead body?
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Where does Victor awake after his fever, and what is he informed?
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What is Victor's reaction when Kirwin tells him he has a visitor?
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How does Victor escape being hung?
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What does Victor mean when he says 'the cup of life is poisoned forever'?
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What does Victor take to sleep after his fever until death?
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What person was able to bring Victor back from his fits of madness?
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What did Victor think the monster meant when he said 'I will be with you on your wedding night'?
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Why does the monster kill Elizabeth?
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What does Victor do when he sees the monster after Elizabeth's death?
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How does Victor's father respond to the death of Elizabeth?
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Who does Victor ask to help him seek the monster?
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Does the monster know Victor is tracking him?
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How did the monster rob/terrorize a town on his way to the Arctic?
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How did Victor come to Walton's ship?
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After his story, what does Victor implore Walton to do?
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What does the mutiny ask Walton to do?
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What does Victor tell the mutiny?
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What does Victor tell Walton before he dies?
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How does the monster say his murders affected him and about his reasons?
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Who hates the monster the most?
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What does the monster plan to do after he leaves Walton?
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Study Notes
Victor and Elizabeth's Relationship
- Victor's father encourages him to marry Elizabeth to ensure his happiness.
- Victor postpones their marriage until returning from a trip to England with Clerval, feeling obligated to fulfill his promise to the monster.
Victor's Journey and Actions
- Victor travels to England seeking materials to create a female monster.
- He works on the female monster in Scotland but despises the location.
Emotional Struggles
- While initially blinded by ambition, Victor now feels disgusted by his work on the female monster.
- He destroys the female monster before the male monster, fearing the consequences of her existence.
Monster's Control and Victor's Dilemma
- The monster asserts control by stating he is the master despite being created by Victor.
- After confronting the monster, Victor disposes of the female monster's remains in a secluded area.
Accusations and Aftermath
- Victor is accused of Clerval's murder by the Irishmen and experiences severe guilt related to previous tragedies.
- He regains consciousness in an Irish prison, facing execution.
Rescue and Consequences
- Kirwin defends Victor, allowing him to avoid execution due to perceived innocence.
- Victor expresses that life's joy has been irrevocably tainted, prompting contemplation of death.
Impact of Elizabeth's Death
- Victor uses landonium to alleviate his suffering but dreams of the monster.
- Elizabeth's death deeply affects Victor, leading to his father's demise as well.
Pursuit of the Monster
- Victor learns of the monster's intentions after Elizabeth's death and seeks revenge.
- The monster taunts Victor, leaving notes and preparing to meet him in the Arctic.
Victor's Final Journey
- Victor ends up on Walton's ship after losing the monster while navigating treacherous ice.
- He urges Walton to avenge his wrongdoings and avoid the pitfalls of ambition.
Final Reflections
- The monster reflects on his motivations, revealing deep pain and self-hatred after Clerval's murder.
- Ultimately, the monster plans to end his own life, expressing his profound bitterness towards existence.
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