Frankenstein - Romantic Context and Mystery
English
Grade 7
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~18 mins
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A worksheet exploring the Romantic context of Frankenstein with a focus on mystery and creative writing tasks suitable for Grade 7 students.
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Frankenstein - Romantic Context and Mystery
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Scene Summary and Context
In Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, the story unfolds in a time of scientific discovery and Romantic ideals, emphasizing emotion and nature. The scene introduces Victor Frankenstein in his laboratory as he works feverishly on creating life, driven by curiosity and obsession. The atmosphere is tense, filled with a sense of the unknown and anticipation. As Shelley describes Victor's experiments, she hints at the mysterious and almost supernatural power he seeks to unlock. Short phrases like 'strange glow,' 'frightening silence,' and 'unseen forces' evoke suspense, emphasizing the themes of curiosity and danger. This scene exemplifies the Romantic fascination with the sublime and the mysterious, highlighting humanity’s desire to understand and control nature, often at great risk.
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Questions
Answer the following questions based on the scene summary and your understanding of Frankenstein's Romantic context.
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What mood does the scene describe, and how does Shelley create this atmosphere?
[2 marks]2.
Identify one literary device used in the scene summary that helps build suspense.
[2 marks]3.
Explain the significance of the phrase 'the mysterious and almost supernatural power' in the context of Romanticism.
[3 marks]4.
How does Shelley depict Victor Frankenstein's attitude towards his experiments?
[2 marks]5.
Choose the correct option: Which of the following best reflects the Romantic ideal present in the scene?
Aa) Rationality and logic
Bb) Obsession with scientific discovery
Cc) Celebration of industrial progress
Dd) Religious skepticism
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Describe how Shelley uses setting to enhance the mystery in this scene.
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Analyze the use of one symbolic phrase from the scene summary and explain its significance.
[3 marks]8.
Creative Task: Imagine you are a scientist in Victor Frankenstein’s laboratory. Write a short diary entry (about 150 words) describing your thoughts and feelings during your experiment.
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Reflect on how the Romantic emphasis on mystery influences your perception of science and discovery.
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- 12/31/2025
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- 12/31/2025
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