Final

Question 1

Personification

Answer 1

Representation of a thing as a person

Question 2

Simile

Answer 2

Comparing two things using like, as, or than

Question 3

Metaphor

Answer 3

Comparison of two things

Question 4

Allusion

Answer 4

A historical reference to something

Question 5

Alliteration

Answer 5

the occurrence of the same letter OR sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words

Question 6

Characterization

Answer 6

a description of the distinctive nature or features of someone or something

Question 7

Imagery

Answer 7

Language that helps you visualize something

Question 8

Symbol

Answer 8

Something that stands for something else

Ex: flag= freedom

Question 9

Irony

Answer 9

Three types

Dramatic- Audience knows something the characters don’t
Verbal- Sarcasm; saying something and meaning the opposite
Situational- Opposite of what is expected happens

Question 10

Foreshadowing

Answer 10

A “warning” of something that will happen in the future

Question 11

Repetition

Answer 11

Something that is repeated

Question 12

Forbidden knowledge and the quest for knowledge in Frankenstein

Answer 12

Victor Frankenstein had a relentless pursuit of knowledge that lead him to uncover the secret of life. This forbidden knowledge resulted in tragic consequences.

Question 13

Creation and the natural world in Frankenstein

Answer 13

Contrasts the unnatural creation of the monster with the beauty and harmony of the natural world. Victor’s scientific endeavors disrupt the natural order, leading to chaos and destruction. Nature is depicted as a source of solace and healing, in stark contrast to the consequences of Victor’s unnatural act of creation.

Question 14

Idealism and Reality in Frankenstein

Answer 14

Victor’s idealistic dreams of creating life clash with the harsh reality of the monster’s existence. He envisions a beautiful and powerful being but is horrified by the creature’s appearance and the repercussions of his actions. This theme underscores the gap between human aspirations and the often disappointing reality.

Question 15

Society and Societal Pressure in Frankenstein

Answer 15

The monster’s rejection by society due to his appearance highlights the superficial nature of societal acceptance. The novel critiques the way society judges individuals based on appearance and the pressure to conform to social norms, which leads to the monster’s isolation and misery.

Question 16

Family in Frankenstein

Answer 16

Victor’s relationships with his family members, particularly with Elizabeth and his father, are significant. The lack of familial support and guidance for the monster contributes to his descent into violence, emphasizing the importance of family and nurturing.

Question 17

Isolation in Frankenstein

Answer 17

Both Victor and the monster experience profound isolation. Victor isolates himself in his obsessive quest for knowledge, while the monster is isolated due to his appearance and rejection by society. This isolation leads to their mutual destruction, highlighting the need for companionship and empathy.

Question 18

Ambition and Fallibility

Answer 18

Victor’s ambition drives him to achieve greatness, but his fallibility(tendency to make mistakes) and hubris(pride) lead to his downfall. The novel explores the dangers of unchecked ambition and the consequences of human error, illustrating that even the most brilliant minds are prone to mistakes.

Question 19

Appearance in Frankenstein

Answer 19

The monster’s grotesque appearance leads to his rejection and suffering. Shelley critiques the emphasis on physical appearance and the prejudice that arises from it. The theme underscores the superficiality of judging individuals based on looks rather than character.

Question 20

Power in Frankenstein

Answer 20

Victor’s ability to create life gives him god-like power, but this power comes with enormous responsibility and consequences. The novel questions the ethical implications of wielding such power and the potential for abuse and tragedy when humans overstep their bounds.

Question 21

Loss of Innocence in Frankenstein

Answer 21

Both Victor and the monster experience a loss of innocence. Victor’s initial innocence and idealism are shattered by the consequences of his actions, while the monster’s innocence is corrupted by the cruelty he faces. This theme reflects the impact of knowledge and experience on innocence.

Question 22

Prejudice in Frankenstein

Answer 22

The novel addresses prejudice through the monster’s experiences. Despite his initially kind nature, he is met with fear and hostility due to his appearance. Shelley critiques the irrationality of prejudice and its devastating effects on individuals and society.

Question 23

Frankenstein: Who is Walton writing the letters to?

Answer 23

His sister

Question 24

Frankenstein: How does Victor arriving on Walton’s ship change his initial outlook on the trip?

Answer 24

Walton was excited to have a companion and more positive about the rest of the trip

Question 25

Describe Frankenstein’s childhood and how he feels about it.

Answer 25

His childhood is filled with love and support. He grows up in a wealthy and nurturing family in Geneva, Switzerland. Victor describes his parents as devoted, providing him with a happy and stable upbringing. His father, Alphonse Frankenstein, is a respected and caring man, while his mother, Caroline, is compassionate and loving. Victor speaks fondly of his early years, emphasizing the close bond he shares with his family members, including his adopted sister, Elizabeth, and his friend, Henry Clerval. He recalls his childhood with warmth and gratitude, viewing it as a time of innocence and happiness.

Question 26

Give a quick summary of the emotions Frankenstein went through when his creation was finished.

Answer 26

He admired his work, then as soon as it came to life he was disgusted. He eventually became scared and couldn’t even sleep in his home. He hated the monster.

Question 27

How does Victor feel when he encounters the creature for the first time since running away from him at the house?

Answer 27

He is angry at the creature and wants him to leave because he knows the creature killed his brother. He also is afraid of the creature deep down.

Question 28

How does the creature react to Victor during their first interaction after Victor ran away from him at their first meeting?

Answer 28

He is really angry at Victor but also he just wanted to talk to Victor and he asks for a companion that looks like him. He threatens to be with Victor on his wedding night to Elizabeth. This scares Victor because he thinks that he will be killed that night.

Question 29

What does the creature reveal about his early development?

Answer 29

He talks about the DeLacey family that he watched and who taught him everything(language, emotions, etc.). He discovers a full suitcase of books and reads those to help develop his emotional understanding. He tells the story about how he reveals himself to them and about how horribly it goes.

Question 30

What does the creature ask Victor for and what does Victor respond with?

Answer 30

He asks Victor for a companion that looks exactly like him so that they can live together. Initially he says no, but then he concedes. He begins to work on the creature but comes to a realization that this is a horrible idea and he destroys what he started on.

Question 31

Othello
- Job
- Tragic Flaw

Answer 31

• moor(black) military commander of Venice
• excessive jealousy and susceptibility to manipulation, ultimately leads to his tragic downfall and the demise of his marriage to Desdemona

Question 32

Desdemona
- Role
- Fatal Flaws

Answer 32

• Othello’s wife
• Blindly loyal to Othello, Innocent, Naive

Question 33

Iago
- Role
- Goals

Answer 33

• Othello’s trusted lieutenant
• Manipulate those around him to achieve his desire for revenge

Question 34

Emilia
- Role

Answer 34

Iago’s wife and Desdemona’s Attendant

Question 35

Cassio
-Role

Answer 35

Othello’s second-in-command

Question 36

Roderigo
- Role

Answer 36

Associate of Iago

Question 37

Brabantio
- Role

Answer 37

• Desdemona’s father

Question 38

What does Othello think about Desdemona’s pleas for Cassio to get his job back?

Answer 38

Initially he considers taking him back because he loved and respected Desdemona so much, but as he started to get more suspicious, this made him really angry because he thought it was disrespectful to their marriage.

Question 39

How do Cassio and Desdemona act towards one another?

Answer 39

Cassio and Desdemona seem to just be good friends. I do think that Desdemona overdoes it a little sometimes though.

Question 40

How is Emilia a part of Iago’s deception?

Answer 40

She sees Desdemona drop her handkerchief and she steals it and gives it to Iago because she knows that he has been asking her for it. She just wants to please her husband, even though she doesn’t know what he will do with the handkerchief.

Question 41

When Othello confronts Desdemona about cheating why doesn’t he believe her or Emilia?

Answer 41

He says that he saw Cassio with the handkerchief that he gave her and also Iago has been hinting at it which is the main reason he believes this. His jealousy and anger is able to take him over.

Question 42

At the end of the play(act 5), how does Iago feel about the outcome of the potential duel between Roderigo and Cassio?

Answer 42

He thinks it is a win-win situation and knows he will gain from either situation.

Question 43

What gives Othello the “go-ahead” to kill Desdemona?

Answer 43

He hears someone screaming about murder and thinks that Cassio was murdered when it was really Roderigo. But hearing this made Othello think Iago held up his end of the deal.