Question

In chapter IV of Frankenstein, Victor explains that he had devoted his entire life to his desire to create life, while ignoring his family, friends, and university studies. Which Romantic stereotype of scientists is Mary Shelley most likely playing off of in this scene? A. The devoted experimentalist B. The unqualified quack C. The obsessed madman D. The body snatcher

Answer 1

The correct answer is C) the obsessed madman.

The romantic stereotype of scientists Mary Shelley most likely is playing off in the scene is the obsessed madman.

We are referring to the novel “Frankenstein”, chapter IV when Victor explains he had devoted his entire life with the desire to create life when ignoring his family, friends, and university studies.

A romantic stereotype is a preconceived notion on how a love relationship should be. In the case of the story of Frankenstein’s story, Victor is obsessed with his creation to the degree he has ignored relationships, family, friends, and studies.

English writer Mary Shelley is the author of the novel “Frankenstein or the Modern Prometheus”. It was published in 1818.

 

Answer 2

The obsessed madman. :)