Active Reading

Frankenstein Ch. 1-5

The author introduces several characters in the following chapters. In the chart below, list each
character, who they are or what role they have in the story, and note important details about his or her
background or personality.

Character Who are they? Important Details

Victor Frankenstein

Alphonse Frankenstein

Caroline Beaufort

Elizabeth Lavenza

Henry Clerval

M. Krempe

M. Waldman
 Analyzing Literature
Frankenstein Ch. 1-5
1. In what ways do Henry and Victor differ, and how might this play out in the future of their
relationship?
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2. Why does Frankenstein choose to study science? Do you think this choice was a wise decision?

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3. Victor’s obsession with natural science results in two years passing with no visits home. How
does this affect his personality, and in what ways has he changed from when he began this story?

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4. What gothic features are included in these first chapters? Consider setting, plot, and character in
your analysis.
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 Response Activity
Frankenstein Ch. 1-5
There are so many different interpretations of how Frankenstein’s monster may have looked. Below,
create your own interpretation of the monster based off of the text you have read so far. Include direct
quotes as justification for your creation, as well as colors and detail.

Name Your Creation: ______________________________