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English II
Read the rest of Volume One in Frankenstein, and be prepared for a reading quiz on Friday. Honors summaries are due on Monday. Answer the following for homework credit:
  • Describe the creature (56-8)
  • Describe Victor's reaction (57-8)
  • What happens following Victor's "escape"?
  • What poem is alluded to in Ch 5, and what's its significance?
  • Who shows up via carriage, and how is this an example of deus ex machina?
  • How is Victor's illness to the natural world?
  • Who is Justine, and what is her role in the Frankenstein household?
  • Explain how Henry helps to "heal" Victor (69-73)
  • Who is murdered, and what is the evidence?
  • In what way is justice NOT served in Justine's trial?

English IV
On Friday, bring two sources related to your topic - printed and annotated - to use as support for your argument. If you pre-write the introduction, then go ahead share your essay as "lastname-simulation" before class.

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