ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MARY SHELLEY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is a major mood in the novel Frankenstein?
A
happiness
B
fun
C
joy
D
loneliness
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Loneliness in Frankenstein manifests itself through the alienation of characters, whether by choice or forced upon them. From the beginning of the novel, Victor chooses isolation in order to further his studies. When Victor pursues his path toward knowledge, he leaves school and alienates himself from his loved ones.

Detailed explanation-2: -The mood of Frankenstein is overall melodramatic and somber, and is expressed primarily through psychological imagery that reflects protagonist Victor Frankenstein’s mental and emotional state at the time.

Detailed explanation-3: -Although he is lonely, the creature initially sees himself as a part of the family, and he helps them by discretely gathering wood for fire. However, he is ultimately scorned by the family and then violently pushed away by other people. He comes to find that loneliness is his fate.

Detailed explanation-4: -The novel explores of theme of loneliness and rejection. The monster created by Victor Frankenstein is rejected by human society because of his appearance. Mary Shelley explores the feelings of creature totally ignored and abused by the society. The novel became a reflection of the inner state of Mary Shelly.

Detailed explanation-5: -Then there is victor Frankenstein who is plagued by the secrets he keeps and therefore leads a joyless life. Mary Shelley ‘s timeless story seeks to help readers beware of alleviating loneliness through valuing others, and she warns readers that living a life of secrecy drains the joy out of life.

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