Frankenstein: Characters (Edexcel GCSE English Literature): Flashcards
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Victor's quote about creating life (2 years of work)
Victor's quote about creating life (2 years of work)
'infusing life into an inanimate body'
Victor's warning about knowledge
Victor's warning about knowledge
'how dangerous is the acquirement of knowledge'
Monster's quote explaining his malice
Monster's quote explaining his malice
'I am malicious because I am miserable'
Monster compares himself to which biblical figures?
Monster compares himself to which biblical figures?
Adam and Satan (fallen angel)
Theme: Are monsters born or made?
Theme: Are monsters born or made?
Made, not born (through rejection & loneliness)
What does Elizabeth represent?
What does Elizabeth represent?
Ideal Victorian woman; innocence & purity
Elizabeth's role in Frankenstein family
Elizabeth's role in Frankenstein family
Light & warmth; contrasts Victor's cold obsession
How is Henry Clerval described?
How is Henry Clerval described?
'formed in the very poetry of nature'; ideal friend
Henry vs Victor: what's the contrast?
Henry vs Victor: what's the contrast?
Henry's joy & balance vs Victor's dark nature
Walton's quote about seeking companionship
Walton's quote about seeking companionship
'I have sought one who would sympathise and love me'
How does Walton differ from Victor?
How does Walton differ from Victor?
Turns back; learns from Victor; values human life over ambition
Why did Justine confess?
Why did Justine confess?
False confession for absolution; pressure to conform
What does Justine symbolise?
What does Justine symbolise?
Innocence destroyed by corruption & secrecy
Significance of William's death
Significance of William's death
Turning point; shows direct consequences of Victor's creation
What does Alphonse Frankenstein represent?
What does Alphonse Frankenstein represent?
Reason, importance of family, stability & care