Characters (Leaving Cert English): Flashcards
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What does Victor Frankenstein aim to achieve?
What does Victor Frankenstein aim to achieve?
He aims to infuse life into an inanimate body.
What lesson does Victor teach about knowledge?
What lesson does Victor teach about knowledge?
It warns of the dangers of seeking knowledge without ethics.
How does the Monster describe his bitterness?
How does the Monster describe his bitterness?
He claims to be malicious due to his misery and isolation.
What does the Monster compare himself to?
What does the Monster compare himself to?
He compares himself to Adam and a fallen angel.
Describe Elizabeth Lavenza's character traits.
Describe Elizabeth Lavenza's character traits.
She is gentle, innocent, and supportive in the story.
What does Elizabeth's character symbolize?
What does Elizabeth's character symbolize?
She symbolizes lost innocence and family warmth.
What is Henry Clerval's relationship to nature?
What is Henry Clerval's relationship to nature?
He is depicted as being connected to the 'poetry of nature.'
In what way does Walton experience isolation like Victor?
In what way does Walton experience isolation like Victor?
Both crave connection yet face solitude in their pursuits.
What does Walton choose over personal glory?
What does Walton choose over personal glory?
He values human life and compassion over ambition.
What does Justine Moritz's confession highlight?
What does Justine Moritz's confession highlight?
It shows the pressure of conformity and injustice.