Plot Summary Flashcards
Who is the captain of the ship bound for the North Pole?
Robert Walton
What does Robert Walton discover at sea?
A man adrift, Victor Frankenstein
What is Victor Frankenstein’s relationship with Elizabeth?
She is his closest friend, confidante, and love
What event occurs just before Victor turns seventeen?
His mother dies of scarlet fever
Where does Victor study natural philosophy?
University at Ingolstadt
What does Victor discover one night at Ingolstadt?
The secret of life
What happens when Victor animates his first creature?
He abandons it due to its horrifying appearance
Who is murdered shortly after Victor abandons his creature?
His youngest brother, William
Who is falsely accused and executed for William’s murder?
Justine Moritz
What does the monster demand from Victor?
To create a female monster for companionship
What does Victor initially feel about the monster’s request?
He refuses at first
What does Victor do in Scotland?
He moves to a remote island to create the female monster
What causes Victor to destroy the female monster?
He fears she might be more destructive than the first
What does the monster vow after Victor destroys the female monster?
Revenge, warning Victor it will be with him on his wedding night
What happens to Victor’s friend Clerval?
He is murdered
What happens to Victor after Clerval’s murder?
He collapses and remains delusional for two months
What tragic event occurs on Victor’s wedding night?
The monster kills Elizabeth
What does Victor do after losing Elizabeth?
He dedicates himself to seeking revenge against the monster
Where does Victor track the monster?
To the Arctic
What happens to Walton’s crew when they find Victor?
They rescue him from breaking ice
What does Walton discover after Victor’s death?
The monster grieving over Victor’s corpse
What does the monster claim about its suffering?
It has suffered more than anyone
What does the monster plan to do after Victor’s death?
End its own life
