Frankenstein: Creator vs. Creation in a Dystopian Future
English
Grade 8
8 questions
~16 mins
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A worksheet exploring the themes of creator versus creation within Frankenstein, set in a dystopian future context. Designed for Grade 8 students to develop comprehension and analytical skills.
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Frankenstein: Creator vs. Creation in a Dystopian Future
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Scene Summary and Context
In a bleak, dystopian future where society has collapsed into chaos, Victor Frankenstein’s ambitions have led him to create a living being from the remnants of technology and human parts. This creation, dubbed the 'Creature,' embodies the conflict between human innovation and moral responsibility. As Victor observes his creation in a cold laboratory, he feels both awe and dread, knowing that his hubris has unleashed a force beyond his control. The Creature, abandoned and confused, begins to confront its existence amid the ruins of a fallen civilization. Key phrases such as 'forbidden knowledge' and 'consequences of unchecked ambition' underscore the tragic collision between creator and creation, highlighting themes of power, responsibility, and the costs of playing god in a future where humanity's reach exceeds its grasp.
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Questions
Respond to each question based on the reading passage. Use complete sentences where appropriate.
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What is the setting of the scene described in the passage?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one phrase from the passage that emphasizes the theme of forbidden knowledge.
[2 marks]3.
Describe the emotional response of Victor Frankenstein as he observes his creation.
[3 marks]4.
Which literary technique is most evident in the phrase 'hubris has unleashed a force beyond his control'?
Aa) Metaphor
Bb) Hyperbole
Cc) Personification
Dd) Irony
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Explain how the theme of power and responsibility is conveyed in the passage.
[5 marks]6.
In the context of the dystopian future, how does the phrase 'consequences of unchecked ambition' relate to the story’s theme?
[3 marks]7.
Analyze how the setting influences the tone of Victor’s discovery and the Creature’s emergence.
[5 marks]8.
Draft a creative response: Imagine you are the Creature in this dystopian future. Write a short journal entry about your feelings after awakening and realizing your existence.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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