Do you find the doctor’s thoughts and actions frustrating? Explain. Why does the doctor decide to destroy his second creature?
Do you believe that the doctor really fell asleep in the sailboat? Explain.
Is there anything incredible (hard to believe) about where the monster leaves Clerval’s body?
Romantic authors often include extreme cases of coincidence. Choose one from the novel to examine.
In what way(s) is the doctor courageous? In what way(s) is he cowardly?
How does Shelley build suspense leading up to Elizabeth’s murder?
Why doesn’t the doctor protect Elizabeth on their wedding night?
Analyze one reference to The Bible used in Frankenstein.
How does the magistrate respond to the doctor’s request for help?
In what ways do the doctor and the creature mirror one another?
What evidence is there that the doctor is insane? Could it all be his fantasy?
How does the creature aid the doctor in his pursuit? Why does he do this?
Who suffers more, the doctor or the creature? Explain.
Did you find the resolution of Frankenstein satisfactory? Why or why not?
Does the doctor take responsibility for his actions? Explain.
Does the captain make the right choice in cancelling the voyage? Explain.
Explain the relevance of Shelley’s full title, Frankenstein; Or, The Modern Prometheus.
What is the most important theme (message about life) of Frankenstein?