ENGLISH LITERATURE (CBSE/UGC NET)

FAMOUS PLAYWRIGHT POET AND OTHERS

MARY SHELLEY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is a possible theme to Frankenstein?
A
Revenge
B
Love is blind
C
Nature rules
D
Everything comes at a price
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Frankenstein by Mary Shelley describes the dangers of revenge and isolation caused by abandonment, following the mistakes made by Victor Frankenstein with the creation of a monster. All the events of the novel support one main theme: revenge caused by isolation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Although revenge forms a very destructive type of bond between the monster and Victor, it ultimately becomes their shared link to humanity and gives them a reason to live. Victor’s desire to avenge William’s death ultimately brings about the deaths of Henry, Elizabeth, and his father.

Detailed explanation-3: -Frankenstein, by English author Mary Shelley, tells the story of a monster created by a scientist and explores themes of life, death, and man versus nature.

Detailed explanation-4: -The major themes in Frankenstein by Mary Shelley are: dangerous knowledge, nature, isolation, revenge, and monstrosity.

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