Due December 5, 2013 Answer the following questions from chapters 1-5 of Frankenstein.

Follow the answer plan and write in paragraph form for each in order to receive full points. Focus Questions #1 Often the opening chapter of a novel sets the mood. What mood is established in this opening section? 1. Introduce the answer by restating the questions. 2. Write several sentences giving specific examples of language used in the text that contributes to the overall mood achieved. 3. Conclude with a prediction about how this mood will contribute to the overall story. Focus Question #2 In chapter 2, what becomes the focus of Victors studies and what event pushes this interest further? 1. Restate the questions 2. Describe in detail the content of Victors studies. 3. Conclude by explaining the event that happens which triggers further interest in this field of study. Focus Question #3 What does Victor mean when he says, Learn from me, if not by my precepts, at least by my example, how dangerous is the acquirement of knowledge and how much happier that man is who believes his native town to be the world, then he who aspires to become greater than his nature will allow. To what extent do you agree or disagree with this philosophy? 1. Restate the quotation (in your own words) 2. Explain what he means by this. 3. Conclude by determining whether you agree or disagree and why. Focus Question #4 In what way does the poem on page 36 aid in the clarification of Victors emotional status? 1. Restate question as a statement. 2. Explain the mood of the poem. 3. Make the connection between Victors emotional state and that of this poem.