https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69 Made with the strength to succeed en-us 2020-01-13 18:55:54 UTC 2025-10-23 11:22:53 UTC hello@padlet.com 1005719 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431594716 Victor Frankenstein provides an interesting perspective on the dangers of rapid technological advancement. Specifically, his achievement, the creation of a new being could be seen as philosophically wrong. The idea of using body parts from corpses to tame life itself attracts questions concerning the morality of the act. However, it is with the actions of the Creature does Mary Shelley illustrate her viewpoint on this idea. As Victor neglects his creation, the Creature is forced to learn about the world alone. His loneliness leads to misunderstanding, which leads to murder. With this, Shelley suggests that Man does not have the resources or will to take responsibility for new technology. One could see how the relationship between the Creature and Victor highlight the relationship between man and machine. Shelley wrote Victor Frankenstein to be a cold, but intelligent and logical person. The creature, however, was created to oppose, or rather foil Victor's personality. His benevolent, benign, and curious nature complement Victor. Within the story, Victor ]]> 2020-01-14 21:38:22 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431594716 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431594814 Through unmediated excitement of discovering the unknown, Frankenstein manifests a living being--unaware of the consequences that may occur. Society has similarly advanced in technology at a rapid pace, coding artificial intelligence and utilizing them as personal home bots. The immediate benefits from this discovery are reaped, but like Frankenstein, the future of this creation is unbeknownst to us. Foreshadowing in the book lead the reader to be aware of the vengeance the creature would lay upon Victor's family; however, society does not hold this same advantage of foreshadow. Mary Shelley emphasizes her wariness of new technological developments through an easily followable and predictable story of blind formation and inevitable disaster. It inflicts a sense of caution by ]]> 2020-01-14 21:38:32 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431594814 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431595920 Victor abandoned the creature which set him out in the real world, in which he was neglected. Mary Shelley showed this by imagery to further dramatize the novel. As the creature tries to surround himself with strangers, it is apparent that he is not wanted in society. He faces barriers, such as people accusing him of being a monster, just because of what he looks like in the surface. The horrific imagery presented in the novel showed just how frightened the people were when they came across the creature. For example, when the villagers caught a glimpse of his hideous face, they quickly ran away. To add on, Frankenstein even had a terrified outlook on his creation. As time passed, the creature acknowledged how society implied him to be, a monster, and he then gave up on trying to be accepted in the real world. The real social issue in this novel is neglecting and abandonment towards a person or creature for a specific reason, looks. From the beginning, when Frankenstein left the creature for his hideous looks, to further on the novel, when the villagers ran away from him, it is manifested that the creature will be lonely.]]> 2020-01-14 21:41:34 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431595920 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596017 Family is one of the most important things a person could have. When Victor saw the creature he used imagery to describe that it was ugly and deformed. He felt disgust and ran away, but he never stopped to think what might happen to it. When the creature saw the cottagers he learned how important family can be to someone, and he began to feel the abandonment. When the cottagers turned their back on him, he let the anger drive his actions, and he murdered people. If he would have had a family or someone to look up to, he could have turned out to be different. A family could have helped the creature turn out different than it did. ]]> 2020-01-14 21:41:53 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596017 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596035 Mary Shelley used imagery in Frankenstein to present to the audience the fear in society to accept what is different from the norm. The creature in Frankenstein struggled with acceptance in society because his appearance was different . Every person he encountered rejected his company, for example after the creature saved the child the father, alarmed took the child and ran. It is unlikely that positive acts lead to negative reactions, but for the creature who's appearance is intimidating this is reoccurring. Created out of multiple body parts his appearance differed from those of normal human beings and was unappealing. ]]> 2020-01-14 21:41:56 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596035 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596041 Modern science have made it possible for life to prolonged and altered. With the rapid speed of technology in medicine and advances in proceeds, ethical concerns arises. Shelley uses the juxtaposition of the creature's life-like personality and it's lifeless appearance to highlight a concern of science's impacts in society. Victor Frankenstein was able to create life out of death. If one were to look at his accomplishment in a purely scientific view, Frankenstein would be referred and documented in future textbooks and studies; however, Frankenstein's actions is considered to be a social issue as he also reversed the natural cycle of life by bringing the dead back to life. The act of reversing the cycle creates a juxtaposition, which highlights the questions of life and death. The creature itself as a juxtaposition between it's human-like behavior and it's deceased body, which future questions with it can be considered alive or not because it has emotions, but was not created in a natural way.]]> 2020-01-14 21:41:57 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596041 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596046 The creature represents, albeit an exaggerated sense, of the effects of abandonment and, in turn, the selfishness of society when it comes to reponsibility. Victor’s simple goal was to satisfy his curiosity in terms of whether bringing a creature made of human body parts back to life is possible, yet his mind failed to take into consideration the repercussions of his actions. Horrified by his own creation as soon as he opened his eyes, Victor fled his lab and neglected where the creature was or what he was doing for two whole years. The isolation the creature experienced as the cottagers, in which he took a liking to, rejected his existence caused him to devolve into a rampage of murders. Only when his dear friend, Henry Clerval died, did Frankenstain proceed to take action and sought to kill his creation. The creature’s existence is an allegory that serves to 

]]> 2020-01-14 21:41:58 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596046 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596050 The idea of a child or creation believing that they have become superior to a parent or creator is a social viewpoint highlighted towards the end of the novel. When the creature claimed that he was now master to Victor, it symbolized the concept of son surpassing father and produced an image of rage. Modern society has progressed to becoming equal for all races and genders. The creature's statement of holding power over Victor disrupts the parent-son, or creature-creator, dynamic that is supposed to establish the equality felt between the two. Victor had created life, yet it does not mean that he holds influence over his "son" forever. On the other hand, claiming to have more power does not necessarily justify that the creature has surpassed Victor, but rather emphasizes the lack of guidance of building a healthy relationship. The creature craves dominance over him as Victor failed to address his naiveness. ]]> 2020-01-14 21:41:59 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596050 1005225 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596058 The Creature in Frankenstein represents how men felt about independent women in the mid to late 1800's. From the start of it's incipience, the creature was branded as ugly and useless and was immediately shunned by most of mainstream society. This can be related back to the Salem Witch Trials, as many of the women were put on trial due to their unmarried status, being branded as "useless" and "ugly"]]> 2020-01-14 21:41:59 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596058 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596074 The author implied juxtaposition between the creature and the human characters to reflect the society's habit of judging one based on appearance rather than nature. With the fomentation of imagery, Shelley vividly illustrated a monstrous countenance and features of the creature from the moment of his awake through the entire novel but also place a contrast among the internal thoughts among the characters. Shelley points out that the community around the creature are typical humans who fears the odd and exclude the creature out from society. However, at the incipient stage, the creature's nature was innocuous as he tried to obtain acceptance through kind behaviors in contrast to the majority's temptation drawing syllogism based on one's appearance. This social phenomenon is shown in the world in several aspects. Issues such as racism, ]]> 2020-01-14 21:42:01 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596074 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596335 Mary Shelley's use of foreshadowing instills a feeling of dread in the reader, highlighting a major theme of her novel that society must not expand their devices beyond their control. Frankenstein portrays the power struggle between man and his inventions.  The creature that Victor Frankenstein created gained inhuman amounts of physical strength and an enhanced ability to retain knowledge; as the creature's abilities surpass that of Frankenstein, there is tension in the relationship between the creator and the creation. As Victor loses control of the creature, the roles of the two major characters begin to reverse. Not only is there foreshadowing present in the events of the novel, such as the gloomy weather and characters' sickness, the foreshadowing transcends the books plot and can be extended to the lives of the anyone.]]> 2020-01-14 21:42:42 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596335 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596408 Although Victor hated his creation and all the consequences that came with it such as the loss of his family and his own decaying mental health, he did make a scientific revolutionary discovery, even if he was not ready to understand it. Technology is constantly changing and society is always trying to catch up whether it be advancements in the medical field or something as simple as the television. With these advancements comes questionable methods and controversy. Shelley alludes to these controversies when writing about the relationship between Victor and the Creature as well Victor's own personal life. When completing his work and actually coming face to face with what he has created, Victor is horrified at the result. He made something that he was not fully ready to grasp, which is also why he was not ready to share it with the world. If shown to the world, Victor would have been questioned for his methods of grave robbing and disturbing the natural order by creating a new human, which is what many scientists now face as we reach the age of DNA altering. Scientists can be seen as immoral for testing on humans, especially fetuses because that is when most gene altering takes place. Shelley also alludes to Victor's own mental and physical health as it is seen throughout the novel that Victor is constantly getting ill and, especially when creating the Creature, shuts himself away from society. ]]> 2020-01-14 21:42:53 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596408 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596940 Victor Frankenstein is introduce in the story as a man of science. Someone who put his studies and passions for learning before his own family, wanting to change the world. Spent two years trying to create his own living being form decaying material. After accomplishing such task he begins to fall into depression and fall ills,. After reading the epistles sent to him from his cousin he begins realize how much time he had wasted,

]]> 2020-01-14 21:44:18 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431596940 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431600311 A pivotal social issue that is addressed through Frankenstein is the notion of feminism and the nature of women. Through Shelley’s use of allusion, she makes her opinion apparent. She subtly places individual characteristics of women within her characters, rather than creating a single character to embody these traits. Perhaps this was a result of the time period, the early 19th century, where women were not taken seriously, or treated as equals on the intellectual playing field. It was a marvel solely for the fact that she wrote and published a novel. In order for her story and characters to be appreciated for her whole audience, male and female alike, she chose to place traits such as compassion, support, unconditional love, and emotional intelligence, into characters. These characters were generally flat, and only expressed this predisposed trait. For example, Frankenstein’s father wanted the best for his son, exercising unconditional love. He sent Victor off to school, without telling him exactly what he should do, or dictating how he should behave. Alphonse relied on his capabilities as a parent and the lessons he instilled in Frankenstein while he was growing up, to see him succeed. Even when Frankenstein experiences bouts of sickness and mental incapacities, he sends his love, and goes out of his way to ensure his safety, shown in the last round of Frankenstein’s ailment while in Ireland. Frankenstein's creature is the manifestation of women's emotional intelligence. The creature has a grasp on his emotions, despite his lack of practical understanding, and is Abe to convey them effectively. An example is when he confronts Victor, stating outright that he has become the master of his creator. The creature recognizes his feelings and acts accordingly; feeling revenge, plotting Frankenstein's demise. Through these examples, Shelley has alluded to the idea that women, or those with traditionally female qualities, do have merit and standing with those who are close to them. ]]> 2020-01-14 21:54:12 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431600311 1012073 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431600634 The isolation of an individual from society is a clearly expressed idea in Frankenstein through the usage of the creature. Shelley uses imagery to enhance the creature's position as an outcast from human society. For example, her vivid descriptions of the harsh environment ]]> 2020-01-14 21:55:03 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431600634 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431601659 Family plays an important role in our upbringing and our behavior due to them influencing our lives. In the novel, Shelley highlighted the significance of having a relationship with our family and the people that surround us through both Frankenstein and the creature’s characters in the novel. Through the use of imagery in the novel, one was able to see the juxtaposition between both characters and their upbringing. To illustrate, Victor Frankenstein was raised in a well off family with doting parents and siblings supporting him in life. Due to this, he was able to thrive in any endeavour that he set his heart onto. In the novel, Frankenstein’s laboratory, books, and education signify the support system that his family gives him. Despite the tremendous support that is provided for him, Frankenstein he pushes them away from him every chance that he obtains when his life gets hard, such as when he was going through the ordeal of creating the creature. On the other hand, the creature. On the other hand, the creature goes about his life without a family or any sort of companionship due to Frankenstein abandoning him and his

]]> 2020-01-14 21:57:41 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431601659 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431601734 Shelley’s vivid descriptions throughout the story, such as when describing Victor’s laboratory seconds before the creature takes it first breathe or the peace and tranquility of the mountains from Clerval when abroad, puts a spotlight on the flaws of human beings and society. Born into the world without a purpose, a mere test of Victor’s capabilities, the creature was lost. Trying to find himself and learn about the world, he ventures into the forest learning basic survival skills. Further into his journey he begins to learn from a family in a cottage nearby. Longing for companionship he introduces himself, but is hit with rejection, metaphorically and physically. The son, Felix, rips the creature away from his father and assaults the creature until it is outside. During this scene, Shelley writes about where the creature and father were, where the other family was, but most importantly the scene overall. Her details allow the reader to perfectly picture the cottage and the barrade that occurs, well enough to see it inside and out. Which is what the cottagers did not do when seeing the creature. Shelley is showing the c

]]> 2020-01-14 21:57:49 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431601734 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431602763 Mary Shelley weaves the devices foreshadowing and imagery together in her novel, Frankenstein. Through lengthy descriptions of the complex natural scenes surrounding the characters, she is able to both transmit her main message and foreshadow the following scenes, such as when he destroyed his second creature. Immediately before this scene, Victor is admiring the water’s clarity and peace because of their simplistic motions. This moment also includes Victor realizing that he is not in his own clear mind because he is succumbing to the creature’s wishes, and soon returns to denying the creature of his desire by destroying his second creation. Essentially, the surrounding nature acts as a guide as the cyclic story develops. Although it may be interpreted that nature is a mere reflection, it is consistent that the description of nature occurs first before the event. To the text as a whole, this means ____.

]]> 2020-01-14 22:00:13 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431602763 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431603082 Society’s focus on appearance, from the way someone presents themselves to the literal features on a human body, has always been a prevalent idea throughout human history. Nothing can seem to be done on the front of changing people’s mindsets into accepting others based on who they are rather than what they look like. People grow up teaching each other not to be judgemental and to think before you act, but it just seems that is almost human nature for one to end up judging anyways.Shelly uses the ongoing metaphor of comparing the creature to a demonic figure to present audiences with a dramatic and dark twist on real life societal issues on the topic of outward appearances and the effect they have on the mental health of another; in this case the creature. Time after time, the creature is referred to as a demon by his own creator and as he learns more about humanity, he began to conceptualize the idea for himself that he was a monster. The creature was not “born” believing he was bad nor was he born thinking he was ugly. It was the cruel words and actions of people who he should have been able to trust, that molded his mindset into thinking he was something so horrendous akin to a demon. This mirrors the experience many go through to this day, the more someone is exposed to the world and the standards within it, the more an individual’s perception of themselves is mare into something negative.This mindset takes a toll on people, and it took a toll on the creature; who eventually became the monster people misjudged him to be.]]> 2020-01-14 22:01:12 UTC https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/431603082 1004917 https://padlet.com/juliecruz7/ws1n8urnms69/wish/432145046 As the creature interacts with his own creator, Victor Frankenstein, he soon notices the dismissive countenance and treatment he receives towards his appearance alone. With the use of negative diction towards the description of the creature from each narrator, it is evident throughout the novel that this pattern of harsh judgement at first glance creates a permanent conclusion on the creature’s character. These acts of discrimination causes the creature to feel unwanted and rejected from the human society. The creature is described with terms that are accompanied with negative connotations which creates the overall tone for the character. His judgement of character is repeatedly overlooked by his appearance and distracts the other people from understanding the creature’s true intentions. Although, it is understood that people generally fear the unknown and its abilities due to ignorance. However,  The parallelism of quick judgement based on appearance and rejection because of it, is apparent in both the novel and real life.

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