Reading Response 6

Reading Response 6 - Frankenstein, letter 1 - chapter 4

Due: Thursday, March 5 

Choose one. Provide specific evidence from the novel to support your argument.

1. Walton’s desire is to discover the North Pole and the external conflicts he faces stem from that. But what drives him to do it? In other words, describe Walton’s inner conflict. Look at what we know of his past and consider comparing Walton with what we know of his sister, Mrs. Margaret Saville.

2. Compare and contrast the ambitions of Victor and Walton.  How do the two men see their responsibilities to themselves and others?  What kinds of values and motivations may be operating for each person?

3. What do you think of Victor at this point? What kind of character is he? Consider looking at his relationship with his family, with Elizabeth, and/or to his education.

4. Choose your own focus for analysis.