ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MARY SHELLEY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What was the importance of Frankenstein?
A
I had a very nice message
B
The importance of Frankenstein is that it is a versatile representation of the fears of modern and contemporary man.
C
It wasn’t significant to anyone
D
neoclassical era
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Frankenstein is not only the first creation story to use scientific experimentation as its method, but it also presents a framework for narratively examining the morality and ethics of the experiment and experimenter.

Detailed explanation-2: -Throughout the story, Shelley addresses injustices, tragedies of birth, class and race all through the creation of a nameless monster, said Smart-allowing the modern reader to find relevancy to today’s world. “This novel applies to science, of course, but not just science, ” said Smart.

Detailed explanation-3: -Familial Responsibility. The most important theme in Frankenstein is the idea of familial responsibility and what people owe to each other. Victor Frankenstein is essentially the creature’s father; he created him and has a responsibility to take care of his creation and to teach him about the world.

Detailed explanation-4: -One message conveyed by Frankenstein is the danger that lies with considering the negative consequences of science and technology after-the-fact, instead of before. More generally speaking, when people neglect to consider the potential negative impacts of their actions, it is a form of willful ignorance.

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