Question

mary shelley (1797 - 1851) was an english novelist best known for her gothic novel frankenstein, published in 1818. in the novel, the brilliant scientist victor frankenstein has finally accomplished his life - long dream: he has created intelligent life in his laboratory. but soon after the creature awakens, victor realizes he has created a monster and quickly flees. the monster vows to destroy victor and his livelihood. in this excerpt told from the monsters point of view, the monster confronts victor and scolds him for his neglect. as you read, take notes on how the excerpts point of view informs the characterization of the monster. 11 \cursed, cursed creator! why did i live? why, in that instant, did i not extinguish the spark of existence which you had so wantonly bestowed? i know not; despair had not yet taken possession of me; my feelings were those of rage and revenge. i could with pleasure have destroyed the cottage and its inhabitants and have glutted myself with their shrieks and misery. 8. part a: which of the following best describes how the language of the excerpt contributes to the tone? a. the language of the excerpt is often dramatic and passionate, speaking to the monsters own passionate emotions and tone. b. the language of the excerpt is long - winded, mimicking frankensteins educated speech and contributing to the mocking, harsh tone. c. the language of the excerpt is inconsistent and jumbled, representative of the monsters mixed emotions and contributing to the sad, lost tone. d. the language of the excerpt is short and terse, communicating the monsters hatred and angry tone.

Explanation:

The monster's speech in the excerpt contains strong - worded phrases like "Cursed, cursed creator!" which shows intense emotions. The language is dramatic and passionate, reflecting the monster's passionate emotions. It is not long - winded, inconsistent, jumbled, or short and terse in a way that would match the other options.

Answer:

A. The language of the excerpt is often dramatic and passionate, speaking to the monster's own passionate emotions and tone.