Dora's Hot Seat presentation and Frankenstein pages 1-76.
1. In chapter 10, Shelley makes a very loud comparison between Victor and God. How does Victor contrast a god-like figure? How does he abuse the power of creation? Victor is driven by a need to discover, to learn, to create, and to be all-knowing. This passion leads him to a fantastic discovery, but it is this same passion that emotionally destroys him.
2. Stew (our monster) challenges Victor's motives in his creation and reminds him that he does have an obligation to protect and nurture him, just like any "offspring". This is where we become painfully aware of Victor's weaknesses. His negligence has caused Stew suffer and to commit unthinkable crimes. Shelley's change in perspective in chapter 10, helps us realize the flaws in Victor and sympathize with Stew. "Remember, that I am thy creature; I ought to be thy Adam but I am rather the fallen angel, whom thou drivest from joy for no misdeed" (Shelley, 69).
3. Remember that, according to Macda Gerard, God makes everything in his own image and likeness. That being said, how does Victor compare to Stew?
4. In chapter 9, Victor actually contemplates suicide. Remembering Hamlet's emotional journey, what does grief do to a hero?
5. Who really killed Justine? Was Stew really at fault? Could Justine and Will be visible reminders of Victor's flaw?
6. We see, very clearly, that in his time of need, the only thing that comforts Victor is his metaphysical connection to nature. How does this juxtapose his need to understand science. Shelley tries to communicate just how dangerous science can be, and how the need for development and technological growth can destroy us. Victor tries to "play God", but ends up miserable. This is so ironic considering his spiritual connection to anything natural.
Highlights from the Renaissance Essay
This use of farce is Shakespeare's way of parodying traditional gender roles. The suppression Katherine faces is the suppression of all unquiet women in society.--Hannah McCaffrey
Shakespeare uses the powerful women to indicate that women are not systematically oppressed , and they are able to balance men's power.--Genevieve Noonan
As he is lifted from his burden, in the end he is crushed by the very madness which empowered him.--Dave Oreste
As Hamlet loses his sense of moral and instinctual direction, the only true expression of Hamlet's thoughts and his changing opinion on life and death can be seen through his soliloquies dispersed throughout the play.--Daryl Thomas
He (Hamlet) is torn between his vengeful thoughts and peaceful nature.--Andy Medina
Hamlet's shifting views are like a fire since it starts with a small spark, grows large as it is fed more air, and the burns out, leaving cold ashes behind.--Andrew Goncalves
Hamlet can hate dreadfully, yet he can love passionately; he can be very analytical and contemplate the meaning of life, yet he can also be demented and speak "wild and whirling words".--Lu Li
Shakespeare uses the powerful women to indicate that women are not systematically oppressed , and they are able to balance men's power.--Genevieve Noonan
As he is lifted from his burden, in the end he is crushed by the very madness which empowered him.--Dave Oreste
As Hamlet loses his sense of moral and instinctual direction, the only true expression of Hamlet's thoughts and his changing opinion on life and death can be seen through his soliloquies dispersed throughout the play.--Daryl Thomas
He (Hamlet) is torn between his vengeful thoughts and peaceful nature.--Andy Medina
Hamlet's shifting views are like a fire since it starts with a small spark, grows large as it is fed more air, and the burns out, leaving cold ashes behind.--Andrew Goncalves
Hamlet can hate dreadfully, yet he can love passionately; he can be very analytical and contemplate the meaning of life, yet he can also be demented and speak "wild and whirling words".--Lu Li
