Question

b. humans survive through creativity and knowledge, not natural traits.
c. gods punished humans for laziness.
d. animals are superior in morality to humans.

1. which theme in frankenstein is most closely linked to shelleys personal life?

a. exploration and adventure
b. parent - child relationships
c. the development of realism in literature
d. the dangers of political revolution

1. according to literary scholar george levine, the setting of frankenstein may ultimately represent

a. the vast geographical landscapes of europe
b. a mythic exploration of a single mind
c. the traditions of greek tragedy
d. the triumph of scientific discovery

Explanation:

1. Mary Shelley had complex parent - child dynamics in her life, and the parent - child relationships in Frankenstein mirror her own experiences. For example, the relationship between Victor Frankenstein and his creation can be seen as a warped parent - child relationship.
2. George Levine has argued that the setting in Frankenstein is more about a mythic exploration of a single mind rather than just a geographical description or a reference to Greek tragedy or scientific discovery.

Answer:

1. B. Parent - child relationships
2. B. A mythic exploration of a single mind