1. Weekly Agenda Assignments:
Due Wed. 2/7: Frankenstein Ch. XXIII-XXIV Reading Check Worksheet (if not completed during class)
Assessments:
Frankenstein Unit Test: Tuesday 2/13
Reminders:
2/9:DELAY DAY-will not start class until I count all change
2/15: Cap & Gown Due (Order in Cafeteria)

2. Make your Own Quizzo: 10 pts *Best included in Quizzo & Test Bonus Q’s
With a partner, create a 20 Question Frankenstein Quizzo, with an answer key included.
Submit your Quizzo/Answer Key in Basket A.
Questions 1-3: Characteristics of Gothicism & Archetypes
Questions 4-5: The Enlightenment & Romantic Movement
Questions 6-12: Significant Plot Events/Characters/Concepts
Questions 13-14: Key Quotes from Frankenstein
Questions 15-16: Theme(s): Appearances, Knowledge, Revenge, Fate
Questions 17-20: General Trivia
*Use your reading guides, checks, devices, and supplemental materials as resources…
Read Frankenstein Ch. XXIII-XXIV (p ). Complete the reading check…homework if not completed in class.

3. Frame narrative
Epistolary-unreliable narrators
-1st person-each character giving perspective of the romantic quest
Romanticism overview
Romantic hero overview-qhich character is best romantic hero?

4. Reading Check 1: Letters I-IV
Be sure to write your name and period at the top of the paper.
From where does Walton write?
Who is Margaret Saville?
3. What is Walton’s quest?
4. What strange accident has happened in Letter IV?

5. From where does Walton write?
St. Petersburgh; Archangel (Northern Russia); North Pole
Who is Margaret Saville?
Walton’s sister; only friend 
3. What is Walton’s quest?
“Wondrous power that attracts the needle” (1) Theory of Magnetism
4. What strange accident has happened in Letter IV?
Stranger found amongst the ice and fog…

6. Key Quote The stranger (Victor Frankenstein)
“You seek for knowledge and wisdom, as I once did, and I ardently hope that the gratification of your wishes may not be a serpent to sting you, as mine has been” (Shelley 13).
The stranger (Victor Frankenstein)
Seeking knowledge = dangerous
Avoid ambition

7. What do you think spurs people to explore the unknown?
Think – Ink– Share:
What do you think spurs people to explore
the unknown?
(1) List ways in which people throughout
the ages have explored the unknown.
(2) Identify some reasons why they devote
themselves to a life of exploration and
discovery. What sacrifices are involved?

8. (1) Types: expansion; inventions; spirituality; scientific theory; art
Think – Pair – Share:
What do you think spurs people to explore
the unknown?
(1) Types: expansion; inventions;
spirituality; scientific theory; art
(2) Reasons: fame; fortune; curiosity;
power; ambition (hubris)

9. Setting:
Letters: The Arctic (desolate unknown)
Chapters: Geneva (flashback)

10. Walton – writes letters (first narrator) - receives large inheritance;
Context: 1st Person Unreliable Narrators
Walton – writes letters (first narrator)
- receives large inheritance;
- uses it for glory (failed poet)
- meets a stranger!
Stranger – narrates Chapters (for now  )
- chapters are a flashback (explain how
he ended up on the ice!)

11. Suggestions:
Try to suspend belief and put yourself in each character’s place
What would you do in their place? (Like a choose your own adventure novel)

12. Northwest Passage is a sea route through the Arctic Ocean

13. Secrets of the compass; Theory of Magnetism
Magnetism is associated with electricity; life
Walton's quest compares with Frankenstein's search for the principle of life (FOILS!)

14. Imagery = cold; isolated Foreshadowing = danger of curiosity
Letter I:
Imagery = cold; isolated
Foreshadowing = danger of curiosity
isolation of obsession
Characterization:
Failed poet; p. 2
Prefers fame over luxury – hubris?

15. Letter II: Walton’s Story: What is he REALLY searching for? (p. 4)
A FRIEND: “I bitterly feel the want of a friend…”
“I am going to unexplored regions to the land of mist and snow”; but I shall kill no albatross”
-Rime of the Ancient Mariner Allusion
Irony in Walton’s self depiction and his impulsive acts
“…kill no albatross” – have no regret

16. Letter III: Walton’s Perspective of Family
What can stop the determined heart and resolved will of man?
Nothing can stop a determined soul
Hubris: goal more important than family,
love, life, ethics, etc…

17. Letter IV: More than Just Rain & Snow
Symbolism (Ice, Ocean) – confinement;
unknown,
loneliness
Symbolism (Fog) – mystery; impulsive acts

18. Letter IV: The Stranger: - at first refuses rescue
- “seek the one who fled from me”
- Walton & Stranger both display hubris
- will tell his story as a warning to Walton

19. Letter IV: Metaphor: “Strange and harrowing must be
his story, frightful the storm which
embraced the gallant vessel on its
course and wrecked it thus.”
Storm = monster, object of the quest
Vessel = stranger, quester
Wrecked = changed or wounded

20. Frankenstein Letters I-IV Discussion
With a partner, collaborate to answer each question 1-6.
Use your text and reading guide as resources
2. Keep your responses and be prepared to submit.

21. Letters I-IV: Discussion
The alternative title for the book is "The Modern Prometheus." Infer using the text: What does Shelley mean by this?
USE THIS SITE AS A RESOURCE:
What purpose does Walton serve in the story? What were his goals or purpose in going on his expedition? Why does Frankenstein decide to tell Walton his story?
How does Walton embark on a “romantic quest”? Explain with details from Letters I-IV.
Why would Walton feel sympathy or affection for the stranger he encounters in letters I-IV?
In letter IV, the stranger decides to tell Walton his tale; evil memories he believed would die with him. What made the stranger change his mind?
Based on what we have learned about Gothic literature, what characteristics of a gothic novel does Shelley’s Frankenstein adhere to in Letters I-IV? Identify at least 3.

22. Prometheus created humans from clay
1. The alternative title for the book is "The Modern Prometheus." Infer using the text: What does Shelley mean by this?
Prometheus created humans from clay
Noble intentions
Curiosity can unleash evil (Pandora’s Box)
Punished for crossing the natural boundaries of life

23. Introduces the romantic quest-magnetism
2. What purpose does Walton serve in the story? What were his goals or purpose in going on his expedition? Why does Frankenstein decide to tell Walton his story?
Introduces the romantic quest-magnetism
Dynamic character-will Walton change before it is too late?
“I understand your feeling…if thus you will allow me to name you; nothing can alter my destiny; listen to my history, and you will perceive how irrevocably it is determined…” (13)

24. Finding self through isolation
3. How does Walton embark on a “romantic quest”? Explain with details from Letters I-IV.
Finding self through isolation
Attempting to discover through natural science (theory of magnetism)
Physical and mental journey
Dangerous sea routes
Desires companionship, fame,…

25. 4. Why would Walton feel sympathy or affection for the stranger he encounters in letters I-IV?
Similar to the stranger
Self-educated
Lonely: “melancholy and despairing” (Wanderer/Outcast)
“blind”-both a bit crazy-blinded by ambition and discovery
Sees him as a potential friend
“I have found a man who, before his spirit had been broken by misery, I should have been happy to have possessed as the brother of my heart. “ (10)
Intrigued by him:
“My affection for my guest increases everyday. He excites me at once my admiration and my pity…How can I see so noble a creature destroyed by misery…” (11)

26. “you have benevolently restored me to life” (10)
5. In letter IV, the stranger decides to tell Walton his tale; evil memories he believed would die with him. What made the stranger change his mind?
“you have benevolently restored me to life” (10)
The sailors have seen the man he seeks…
Someone who understands him?

27.   6. …what characteristics of a gothic novel does Shelley’s Frankenstein adhere to in Letters I-IV?
Ethical dilemma-mental conflicts
Protagonist/nature-bleak setting symbolizes characterization
Metonymy of Gloom & Horror: bleak setting foreshadows bleak plot
Romantic Hero: mysterious, outcast hero
Transgressor: men willing to break boundaries
The Wanderer/Outcast: Walton & the stranger

28. Reading Check CH. I-III: 5-7 min.
Use your novel and reading guide as resources to complete the reading check.
Submit in Basket A when complete.
Be sure your ethical dilemma half sheet is complete!

29. Chapter I Reading Guide
Beaufort
Caroline (his daughter)
Caroline
Elizabeth Lavenza is adopted in Italy by Caroline (becomes Victor’s adopted sister)
Caroline was in awe of her beauty

30. Chapter II Reading Guide
Secrets of the earth-natural sciences
Henry Clerval
Happy-friends, wealth, family
Victor is passionate, and he can become violent at times
Cornelius Agrippa-introduces Victor to the possibility that he could cure all disease and defeat death

31. Chapter III Reading Guide
“I will pioneer a new way, explore unknown powers, and unfold to the world the deepest mysteries of creation.”
University of Ingolstadt
Ill omen-Elizabeth gets scarlet fever; Victor’s mother catches the fever and dies…
Marry Elizabeth
Victor’s studies have been a waste of time; start over!
Natural sciences provide the foundation of science; keep studying!

32. Ethical Dilemma Essay
Use your ticket to complete the Quick Write Outline…
Brainstorm outline due Wed. 12/3 Quick write outline (spotcheck 5 pts)
Due Dates:
Brainstorm outline (Quickwrite outline) due Wed. 12/5
Rough draft uploaded to turnitin.com in Mon. 12/10 before midnight.
Final draft uploaded to turnitin.com in Tues. 12/18 before midnight.
Rubric (50 points)
Sample
In-Class Work Schedule:
Quickwrite Outline: Mon. & Tues. (approx. 40 min. total)
Rough Draft: Wed. & Thurs.
Revision & Editing Wed. 12/12

33. Essay Sample A persuasive essay will…
Hold a clear position (your opinion + thesis)
Use a mix of the following persuasive techniques
Logos-logical examples: facts, statistics, reasonable ideas/thoughts
Pathos-emotional examples: excite, scare, upset, or anger the audience
Ethos-avoid bias: multiple sources; refute counter argument(s)
Refute a counter argument review/refutation
Address why someone or group would disagree with your position
Weaken the opposing position with new logos and pathos
How is their thinking flawed? What are they missing?
How does your position outweigh theirs logically or emotionally?
DO NOW: Read the sample essay and annotate the following
Review the writer’s position and thesis statement. Is the writer pro or con?
Circle an example of logos
Box an example of pathos
Circle the paragraph in the sample where the writer refutes a counter argument.
Underline an example that the writer uses to WEAKEN the counter argument.
How effective is this refutation? Explain in the margin.
On the reference page, respond: Evaluate the writer’s ethos. Explain how well the author avoided bias in the essay in at least 15 words.

34. Chapters V: Reading Check
Use the copy of Chapter V and the reading guide/notes to annotate the text.
Use your annotations and knowledge of the text to provide appropriate responses to questions #1-5 that reference the text.
Submit in basket A by end of period.
Be sure your quick write outline is complete. Continue reading Frankenstein.

35. Ethical Dilemma Essay Visit http://reillytop10.com/
Select one of the ethical dilemmas. Read the article and supplemental links at the bottom of the page.
Begin; complete the quick write outline in the directions packet (Due Wed.)
Continue Reading Frankenstein…

36. Thesis Statement: Avoid 1st person language
Do Now:
Thesis Statement: Avoid 1st person language
Humanity should pursue…because… .
Civilization should not…because… .
_________ must…because…. .

37. Today
Use the quick write outline to begin your APA essay draft (5-6 paragraphs)
Remember to format the APA header and heading.
Share your Google Doc with Mr. A. by the end of class today:
Use and cite at least 2 sources in your essay and include the Reference Page as the last page of the essay.
Be sure the rough draft contains an introduction, body, and conclusion.
Upload the draft to turnitin.com “Ethical Dilemma Essay Rough Draft” by 12/10 before midnight.

38. Ethical Dilemma Essay
Use your ticket to complete the Quick Write Outline…
Brainstorm outline due Wed. 12/5 Quick write outline (spotcheck 10 pts)
Due Dates:
Brainstorm outline (Quickwrite outline) due Wed. 12/5
Rough draft uploaded to turnitin.com in Mon. 12/10 before midnight.
Final draft uploaded to turnitin.com in Tues. 12/18 before midnight.
Rubric (50 points)
Sample
In-Class Work Schedule:
Quickwrite Outline: Mon. & Tues. (approx. 40 min. total)
Rough Draft: Wed. & Thurs.
Revision & Editing Wed. 12/12

39. CHAPTERS I-V Reading Guide
FRANKENSTEIN
CHAPTERS I-V Reading Guide

40. Victor's Narrative: Chapters 1 – 10
Chapter 1:   Victor's parents' history; Elizabeth is adopted
Chapter 2:   Victor's happy childhood; his interest in science
Chapter 3:   His mother's death; to Ingolstadt; Krempe and Waldman (hubris)
Chapter 4:   Works on the Creature; neglects his family
Chapter 5: Creature awakens; Victor's illness

41. Victor – protagonist: Transgressor and
Romantic Hero
Elizabeth – orphan adopted by Frankenstein
family
Henry – Victor’s idealist best friend; nurses
Victor back to health

42. M. Krempe – discourages Victor’s pursuit of natural sciences
M. Waldman – encourages Victor’s pursuit of ALL sciences

43. The Monster – Victor’s ‘creation’ (Ch. IV & V)
William – Victor’s youngest brother
Justine – Frankenstein’s housekeeper

44. Chapter IV Reading Guide
Studies human anatomy; neglects everything else (ISOLATION-Romantic Quest begins…)
Animation upon lifeless matter; the cause of the generation of life
2 years of study
8 feet tall; a new race of wonderful beings?

45. Chapter V Reading Guide
Elizabeth and his mother
Elizabeth dies; grotesque nightmare
“Rime of the Ancient Mariner”
Henry Clerval
Nurses him to health; gives him a letter from Elizabeth

46. CH. V: Text Annotation REVIEW
Do Now: Share your annotations with your partner
when assigned…
As you read Ch. V, annotate at least 4 characteristics of Gothic literature in the CONNECTIONS box.
Review questions 1-5:
Creature of NIGHTMARE archetype (imagery)
The monster; it must be bad because it is grotesque
Summarizes a Victor’s romantic quest
A moment of achievement becomes a catastrophe
A friend becomes a fiend
“one hand was stretched, seemingly to detain me”

47. Transgressor Archetype:
Violates a law (norm)
exceeding; overstepping boundaries
Attempts something original
In your journal, provide a minimum 20 word response for each prompt below:
Explain how Victor Frankenstein aligns to the “Transgressor” archetype using your knowledge of Chapters IV & V.
Identify and explain another piece of literature or film that has used this archetype.
Identify at least one way in our society an individual or a group has played the role of “The Transgressor”. What were the results or consequences of his/her actions?

48. CH. IX-X

49. Weekly Agenda Assignments:
Due Mon. 12/10 before midnight: Essay rough draft uploaded to turnitin.com
Due Tues. 12/11: Vocab 3 Pt. A (if not completed in class)
Due Thurs. 12/13: Frankenstein Ch. XI-XIII (p )
Due Tues. 12/18: Essay Final Draft on turnitin.com

50. Today: Complete the following tasks in class…
Read Ch. IX & X (p ) and complete the ticket (6 pts).
On the back of the ticket respond (4 pts):
Summarize Chapters VI-X using at least 3 of the following terms IN CONTEXT. In at least 3 sentences, describe key settings, characters, and events. UNDERLINE ANY TERM YOU USE.
letter Elizabeth Justine Clerval
murder William Geneva cave
Bonus+1/0: use at least 1 Vocabulary Sheet #1 term CIRCLED in context
3. Submit the completed ticket in Basket A, and complete Vocab 3 Pt. A using a reputable dictionary resource (dictionary.com, etc.). Submit your responses in Basket B.
4. Finish and upload your essay to turnitin: “Ethical Dilemma Rough Draft”

51. Weekly Agenda Assignments:
Due Mon. 12/10 before midnight: Essay rough draft uploaded to turnitin.com
Due Tues. 12/11: Vocab 3 Pt. A (if not completed in class)
Due Thurs. 12/13: Frankenstein Ch. XI-XIII (p )
Due Tues. 12/18: Essay Final Draft on turnitin.com
DO NOW: SUBMIT VOCAB 3 PART A IN BASKET C

52. CHAPTERS VI-X
VI: Victor’s health concern; Justine introduced (Frankensteins’ housekeeper)
VII: William has been murdered; Justine is charged with the crime
VIII: Justine confesses to the murder (She is innocent!)
IX: Victor feels guilty concerning Justine’s death; contemplates suicide; vacation to relax/find peace (Poor Victor ) Victor & Justine are foils
X: Victor goes to Montanvert to cheer himself up with beautiful scenic views, and happens upon his creation. The creature invites Victor to a cave to listen to his tale…

53. Chapter X Analysis
Respond to each question using the text as a resource. pp.67-70
Be prepared to share your responses with a small group and the class.
Montanvert (Swiss Alps) 

54. Creature of Nightmare
Demented or creepy monster-like version of the human form itself.
Creature’s purpose is to threaten the lives of a hero or creator.
Often infuriated with the world for a specific reason
Powerful in some way; beyond powers of a human being.
Chaotic-cause much conflict, injustice, violence, pain

55. Do Now: Log into turnitin.com to review feedback for your essay.
To view Revision feedback, review the BLUE feedback.
To review Editing feedback, click the PURPLE ETS icon to load the grammar content keeper (this may take a minute to load).
Complete the Revision/Editing sheet today while reviewing all feedback. Submit the sheet on 12/19 after posting your final draft on turnitin.com.
Begin completing your final draft this period. Upload to turnitin.com before midnight on Tues. 12/18. (50 pts)
If you finish early, complete the reading assignment due tomorrow (Ch. XI-XIII)

56. Weekly Agenda Assignments:
Due Mon. 12/10 before midnight: Essay rough draft uploaded to turnitin.com
Due Tues. 12/11: Vocab 3 Pt. A (if not completed in class)
Due Thurs. 12/13: Frankenstein Ch. XI-XIII (p )
Due Tues. 12/18: Essay Final Draft on turnitin.com
Due Fri. 12/14: Frankenstein Ch. XIV-XV (if not completed in class)

57. Reflection:
Make a T-Chart to list as many examples of humanity at its greatest and humanity at its worst. Review your examples. When given a choice to be good or evil, why choose evil? Be prepared to discuss…

58. Chapters XI-XII (8 min.) Do Now:
Use your reading guide and novel to complete the character analysis questions.
Be prepared to share.

59. Chapters XI-XIII Reading Guide Review
Chapter XI:
Observing nature and humans (survival)
Found it when oppressed by cold (p.72)
Steals from a small hut (p.73)
4/5. Cottagers live nearby; he can live secretly in the back of the cottage (hovel)…
Chapter XII:
“A considerable period”
Cares for them
secretly provides supplies [wood] (once he realizes their poverty)
Language; literacy (becomes obsessed with learning language)
“It was as the ass and the lap-dog” (p.81)
Fable: the ass tries to gain his master’s affection by imitating a lap-dog, but is beaten for his
behavior.
Chapter XIII:
Safie
“science of letters”
history of Rome, Greece, etc…-man can be very virtuous, but is often vicious 
Ruins of Empires
Did not understand why humans would treat each other so terribly…starts to realize the world sees him as a “monster”; alone

60. Frankenstein & Social Justice
Do Now:
Read Ch. XIV & XV p.86-96: Complete the reading guide, and consider what Romantic theme(s) are present in the text.
Complete the Chapter XIV ticket out the door. Submit in Basket B.

61. Weekly Agenda Assignments:
Due Mon. 12/10 before midnight: Essay rough draft uploaded to turnitin.com
Due Tues. 12/11: Vocab 3 Pt. A (if not completed in class)
Due Thurs. 12/13: Frankenstein Ch. XI-XIII (p )
Due Tues. 12/18: Essay Final Draft on turnitin.com
Due Fri. 12/14: Frankenstein Ch. XIV-XV (if not completed in class)

62. What is the artist conveying in this painting?
“Rejection”
What is the artist conveying in this painting?

63. Rejection: Psychology Today
Rejection piggybacks on physical pain pathways in the brain.
Rejection served a vital function in our evolutionary past.
We can relive social pain more vividly than we can physical pain.
Rejection destabilizes our "Need to Belong” i.e. Family.
Rejection creates surges of anger, aggression, and adversarial relationships.
Rejection sends us on a mission to seek and destroy our self-esteem.
Rejection temporarily lowers our IQ.
Rejection does not respond to reason.
Romantic literary themes are center upon rejection…
Characters in the novel symbolize or show the cause and effects of rejection in society
Stems from classic Good vs. Evil conflict \

64. Frankenstein Symbolism IX-XVI
Delacey- blind peasant who lives in a cottage with his
son and daughter; only person who treats the monster kindly.
Felix, Agatha, & Safie-symbolic minor characters
Felix is Latin for "happiness"
agatha is Greek for "good"
safie is Arabic for "pure”
They Symbolize:
(1) all that's good about humanity
(2) Even noble, civilized people can be vicious

65. The Monster’s Narrative: Chapters IX-XVI
Chapter IX: Victor feels guilty concerning Justine’s death; contemplates suicide
Chapter X: Victor goes to Montavert to cheer himself up with beautiful scenic views. The creature invites Victor to come with him to a cave to talk. . .
Chapter XI: The monster learns about fire, and that people despise him for his ugly appearance
Chapter XII: The monster grows fond of a family whom he helps with daily chores although he feels isolated and lonely

66. The Monster’s Narrative: Chapters IX-XVI
Chapter XIII: The monster learns about a world he can not be a part of. . . 
Chapter XIV: Safie, Felix, and Agatha
Chapter XV: The monster finds a copy of Paradise Lost, discovers Victor despises himself for creating the monster
Chapter XVI: The monster swears revenge…

67. Symbolism: Fire & Light
knowledge of the hidden and unknown
Creation (Prometheus)
With fire, man becomes a creator
Dual Nature of Fire
Intend to benefit mankind
Can bring harm/death
Victor has stolen a power not intended for man like Prometheus

68. Love The monster longs for friendship. Do you
think this is possible? Is his plan to
‘build’ a companion sound in theory? Why
or why not?
TICKET OUT THE DOOR: Read Ch. XVI pp and respond on the back of your note sheet. Keep and be prepared to share.
Complete the Webquest A-D. Submit in Basket A when complete.
Love

69. DO Now: Frankenstein Allusion & Theme Webquest
Visit the links to respond to each concept A-D.
Submit your webquest in Basket B. Read Ch. XVI and complete the reading guide as time allows…

70. Weekly Agenda Assignments:
Due Tues. 12/18: Essay Final Draft on turnitin.com
Due Wed. 12/19: Frankenstein Ch. XVIII-XX (pp )

71. Chapters XI-XVII Journal: Friend or Fiend? 7 min.
Use TEXTUAL EVIDENCE TO RESPOND: Support your analysis by
citing events from the story and quoting statements made by
the creature…
In what ways is the creature like any human being? In what ways is he different?
What does he want most in life? Why does his goal seem so unattainable?
How have the creature’s experiences shaped his opinion of himself?
How does the creature show he has the potential for good as well as evil?

72. Love The monster longs for friendship. Do you
think this is possible? Is his plan to
‘build’ a companion sound in theory? Why
or why not?
TICKET OUT THE DOOR:
Read Ch. XVI pp and respond on
the back of your note sheet. Keep and be
prepared to share.
Love

73. Can’t control rage or strength Still outcast Is affection guaranteed?
Problem:
Can’t control rage or strength
Still outcast
Is affection guaranteed?
Compound the problem?
Love

74. Webquest Review
Science of Frankenstein: raising the dead; Luigi Galvani
Allusions: Prometheus Myth
Punishment for exploring powers that should not belong to man.
The ethical dilemma of curiosity and misguided virtue
Science Fiction
Literature of the human species encountering change; asking “What if…?”
A way of understanding the universe/unknown
Frankenstein: Advantages and Disadvantages to the “secret of human life”

75. *Themes defined in webquest packet
Frankenstein Themes
Adversarial Relations: hatred and revenge
Alienation: A sense of not belonging
Destiny: is life dictated by your choices or unavoidable, fated occurrences?
Family: the value of a domestic circle…why is family important?
Purpose of Life: There are many conflicting theories…why are we here?
Other: Appearances Can Be Deceiving, Knowledge, etc…
*Themes defined in webquest packet

76. Explain
“Knowledge is knowing that Frankenstein is not the monster. Wisdom is knowing that Frankenstein is the monster.”

77. Paradise Lost explains Genesis and the origins of Satan/Adam
LITERARY ALLUSIONS
Paradise Lost explains Genesis and the origins of Satan/Adam
Monster feels rejected; wronged

78. Plutarch’s Lives - this work focused on biographies of great Romans
LITERARY ALLUSIONS
Plutarch’s Lives - this work focused on biographies of great Romans
Learns strategy; use of violence for revenge / power

79. LITERARY ALLUSIONS
The Sorrows of Werter - Werther seeks to understand his identity and to discover his place in a civilized society that cares for little that is not practical.

80. Ink, Pair, Share Why would The Sorrows of Werter emotionally
move the monster?
He has experienced unrequited love
He is unloved, even by his creator due to his appearance

81. Dangers of Knowledge Are we ruining humanity by trying to
Respond and complete the questions and T/F statements.
Exploration vs. Obsession
Commitment vs. Obsession
Are we ruining humanity by trying to
make life “scientifically” better?

82. Is beauty in the eye of the beholder?
Appearances
Respond and complete the questions and T/F statements.
Is beauty synonymous with goodness/purity?
Is ugliness synonymous with evil?
Is beauty in the eye of the beholder?

83. QUOTE APPLICATION Identify the Speaker-which character says this?
Identify the theme: Appearances or Dangers of Knowledge
In the “Notes:” section, identify the main idea Shelley is trying to explain about appearances or dangers of knowledge…

84. Do Now: Complete the quote application
Weekly Agenda
Assignments:
Due Tues. 12/18: Essay Final Draft on turnitin.com
Due Wed. 12/19: Frankenstein Ch. XVIII-XX (pp )
Do Now: Complete the quote application
on the back of yesterday’s worksheet
(5-6 min.)

85. QUOTE APPLICATION
“They consulted their village priest, and the result was that Elizabeth Lavenza became the inmate of my parents' house--my more than sister--the beautiful and adored companion of all my occupations and my pleasures” (Ch. I).
Speaker: Victor
Theme: Appearances
Notes:
Beauty makes Elizabeth an object worth loving

86. QUOTE APPLICATION
“The astonishment which I had at first experienced on this discovery soon gave place to delight and rapture. After so much time spent in painful labour, to arrive at once at the summit of my desires was the most gratifying consummation of my toils” (Ch. IV).
Speaker: Victor
Theme: Dangers of Knowledge
Notes:
Hubris causes one’s downfall; unforeseen negative consequences
Once you reach the top of the mountain, you have to come down.

87. QUOTE APPLICATION
  “During this short voyage I saw the lightning playing on the summit of Mont Blanc in the most beautiful figures. The storm appeared to approach rapidly, and, on landing, I ascended a low hill, that I might observe its progress. It advanced; the heavens were clouded, and I soon felt the rain coming slowly in large drops, but its violence quickly increased” (Ch. VII).
Speaker: Victor
Theme: Appearances
Notes:
Nature is beautiful AND violent
i.e. monster’s discovery of fire…

88. QUOTE APPLICATION
“Justine has just returned to us; and I assure you I love her tenderly. She is very clever and gentle, and extremely pretty; as I mentioned before, her mein and her expression continually remind me of my dear aunt” (Ch. VI).
Speaker: Elizabeth
Theme: Appearances
Notes:
Justine’s beauty makes her an object worth loving

89. QUOTE APPLICATION Speaker: William Theme: Appearances Notes:
"He struggled violently. `Let me go,' he cried; `monster! Ugly wretch! You wish to eat me and tear me to pieces. You are an ogre. Let me go, or I will tell my papa.‘
"`Hideous monster! Let me go. My papa is a syndic—he is M. Frankenstein—he will punish you. You dare not keep me.' (Ch. XVI)
Speaker: William
Theme: Appearances
Notes:
Innate prejudice by appearance
Boy assumes monster must be bad

90. QUOTE APPLICATION
“But success SHALL crown my endeavours. Wherefore not? Thus far I have gone, tracing a secure way over the pathless seas, the very stars themselves being witnesses and testimonies of my triumph. Why not still proceed over the untamed yet obedient element? What can stop the determined heart and resolved will of man” (Letter III)?
Speaker: Walton
Theme: Dangers of Knowledge
Notes:
Triumph and hope are blinding
What can stop man? NATURE!

91. Quick Write (10 points)
Sympathetic Villain: the audience has an understanding for the antagonist’s motives; making the character’s actions more justifiable…
Prompt: Using your knowledge of the themes “Dangers of Knowledge” and “Appearances”, who is the sympathetic villain thus far in the novel? Victor or his monster? Explain your reasoning with reference to the archetype of a sympathetic villain.
Submit your journal in Basket A.
Use remaining time to complete your homework assignment(s). (Chapters XVIII-XX; essay due tonight)

92. Do Now: Complete the quote application
Weekly Agenda
Assignments:
Due Tues. 12/18: Essay Final Draft on turnitin.com
Due Wed. 12/19: Frankenstein Ch. XVIII-XX (pp )
Do Now: Complete the quote application
on the back of yesterday’s worksheet
(5-6 min.)

93. Ch. XVI-XX
Ch. XVI: What does the monster do for a little girl? What does the man assume the monster is doing?
Ch. XVI: How does William refer to the monster once face-to-face with the creature?
Ch. XVII: What does Victor refuse to do at the beginning of the chapter? What is his ultimate decision? Why?
Ch. XVIII: Why does Victor’s father believe he is upset? What is the real reason Victor is upset?
Ch. XX: What is Victor’s sudden realization? What scenarios does this make Victor play out in his mind?
Ch. XX: What does Victor decide to do in the middle of his work? How does the creature react to this?

94. Ch. XVI-XX Reading Check
Ch. XVI: What does the monster do for a little girl? What does the man assume the monster is doing?
Rescues her from drowning
Shoots him (believes the monster is attacking the girl…)

95. Ch. XVI-XX Reading Check
Ch. XVI: How does William refer to the monster once face-to-face with the creature?
“monster”, “ogre”, “ugly wretch”… (102)
Monster thought an innocent child would not be prejudiced…WRONG.
Strangles William…REVENGE.

96. Ch. XVI-XX Reading Check
Ch. XVII: What does Victor refuse to do at the beginning of the chapter? What is his ultimate decision? Why?
Refuses to create a female companion in the monster’s likeness
He agrees to create the new creature
Moved by monster’s argument: “felt there was justice in his argument” *logos & pathos!
As creator, feels responsible for monster’s happiness
Bring justice to the monster and humanity (107)

97. Ch. XVI-XX Reading Check
4. Ch. XVIII: Why does Victor’s father believe he is upset? What is the real reason Victor is upset?
Marrying Elizabeth (cold feet?)
“…feared the vengeance of that disappointed fiend, yet was unable to overcome the repugnance to the task…” (108)

98. Ch. XVI-XX Reading Check
Ch. XX: What is Victor’s sudden realization? What scenarios does this make Victor play out in his mind?
The new creature may become more malignant than the original!
The new creature…
May not want to be isolated with the 1st monster
May procreate with the 1st monster
May hate the 1st monster
…This creature, just like the first one (and any other human being), will have free will to think and choose independently.

99. Ch. XVI-XX Reading Check
Ch. XX: What does Victor decide to do in the middle of his work? How does the creature react to this?
Destroys the new creature!
“Slave, I am your master…”
“I am fearless, therefore powerful…”
“You shall repent of the injuries you inflict”
i.e. if you give me loneliness and despair, I’ll return the favor.

100. Weekly Agenda Assignments:
Due Mon. 12/10 before midnight: Essay rough draft uploaded to turnitin.com
Due Tues. 12/11: Vocab 3 Pt. A (if not completed in class)
Due Thurs. 12/13: Frankenstein Ch. XI-XIII (p )
Due Tues. 12/18: Essay Final Draft on turnitin.com

101. CH. XI-XV

102. Look at your answers….
Select 2 or 3 exemplary reasons why you believe the creature to be good or evil (You must choose one)
Develop your position in a thesis statement that is ONE succinct sentence.
Be prepared to share. Then, submit your journal at the end of class.

103. Do Now: Preview the Ticket Out the Door Prompt. Read/Review Ch. XVI.
Provide a response in complete sentences on the back of the paper that fully supports your position for each question.
Submit your response in the basket.
Continue to read/complete your reading guide due tomorrow! There will be a reading check!

104. Do Now: Reading Check Ch. XVI-XVII
Use your novel and reading guide to complete the reading check.
Submit the check in basket A.
Take a Vocabulary 3 sheet from the front table and begin (due tomorrow)

105. Weekly Agenda Assignments: Due Tues. 1/30: Vocab 3
Due Wed. 1/31: Frankenstein Ch. XVIII-XX ( )
Due Fri. 2/2: Frankenstein CH. XXI-XX ( )
Assessments:
Due Fri. 2/2: Ethical Dilemma Essay Final Draft (turnitin.com by 11:59 p.m.)
Reminders:
Cap and gown orders due Feb. 15; place order in cafeteria

106. The Monster’s Narrative: Chapters IX-XVI
Chapter IX: Victor feels guilty concerning Justine’s death; contemplates suicide
Chapter X: Victor goes to Montanvert to cheer himself up with beautiful scenic views. The creature invites Victor to to a cave to talk. . .
Chapter XI: The monster learns about fire, and that people despise him for his ugly appearance
Chapter XII: The monster grows fond of a family whom he helps with daily chores although he feels isolated and lonely

107. The Monster’s Narrative: Chapters IX-XVI
Chapter XIII: The monster learns about a world he can not be a part of. . . 
Chapter XIV: Safie, Felix, and Agatha’s backstory
Chapter XV: The monster finds a copy of Paradise Lost, discovers Victor despises the him, and is shunned once again by villagers.
Chapter XVI: The monster swears revenge, and desires a companion be created for himself…

108. Dangers of Knowledge Are we ruining humanity by trying to
Complete the questions and T/F statements.
Exploration vs. Obsession
Commitment vs. Obsession
Are we ruining humanity by trying to
make life “scientifically” better?

109. Is beauty in the eye of the beholder?
Appearances
Complete the questions and T/F statements.
Is beauty synonymous with goodness/purity?
Is ugliness synonymous with evil?
Is beauty in the eye of the beholder?

110. QUOTE APPLICATION Identify the Speaker-which character says this?
Identify the theme: Appearances or Dangers of Knowledge
In the “Notes:” section, identify the main idea Shelley is trying to explain about appearances or dangers of knowledge…

111. Frankenstein Journal: Letter I-Chapter X
Prompt: Connect one of the topics from Foster’s How to Read Literature Like a
Professor to a major theme in Frankenstein. Show how this topic is used to
develop your selected theme in the text. Use at least 2 quotes from Shelley’s
Frankenstein to support a 1-2 page response. Use your Frankenstein Reading
Guide, the novel, and How to Read Literature Like a Professor study guide as
resources.
Criteria: 20 points
Clear topic sentence that identifies one of Foster’s topics and a theme from Frankenstein. 2 pts.
Exemplary specific details which include at least 2 quotes from the novel 10 pts.
Clear explanation of details in your own words to support your reasoning. 4 pts.
Clear transition words or phrases to introduce new topics, examples, or reasoning 2 pts.
Avoid 1st and 2nd person language (I, me, we, you, us, our) 1 pt.
Avoid dead words such as (really, a lot, very, things, bad, I think) 1 pt.
Be prepared to read your journal aloud to a partner and discuss with a small group/the class.
*If you finish early work on your reading guide (due tomorrow) or Vocab 3

112. QUOTE APPLICATION
“They consulted their village priest, and the result was that Elizabeth Lavenza became the inmate of my parents' house--my more than sister--the beautiful and adored companion of all my occupations and my pleasures” (Ch. I).
Speaker: Victor
Theme: Appearances
Notes:
Beauty makes Elizabeth an object worth loving

113. QUOTE APPLICATION
“The astonishment which I had at first experienced on this discovery soon gave place to delight and rapture. After so much time spent in painful labour, to arrive at once at the summit of my desires was the most gratifying consummation of my toils” (Ch. IV).
Speaker: Victor
Theme: Dangers of Knowledge
Notes:
Hubris causes one’s downfall; unforeseen negative consequences
Once you reach the top of the mountain, you have to come down.

114. QUOTE APPLICATION
  “During this short voyage I saw the lightning playing on the summit of Mont Blanc in the most beautiful figures. The storm appeared to approach rapidly, and, on landing, I ascended a low hill, that I might observe its progress. It advanced; the heavens were clouded, and I soon felt the rain coming slowly in large drops, but its violence quickly increased” (Ch. VII).
Speaker: Victor
Theme: Appearances
Notes:
Nature is beautiful AND violent
i.e. monster’s discovery of fire…

115. QUOTE APPLICATION
“Justine has just returned to us; and I assure you I love her tenderly. She is very clever and gentle, and extremely pretty; as I mentioned before, her mein and her expression continually remind me of my dear aunt” (Ch. VI).
Speaker: Elizabeth
Theme: Appearances
Notes:
Justine’s beauty makes her an object worth loving

116. QUOTE APPLICATION Speaker: William Theme: Appearances Notes:
"He struggled violently. `Let me go,' he cried; `monster! Ugly wretch! You wish to eat me and tear me to pieces. You are an ogre. Let me go, or I will tell my papa.‘
"`Hideous monster! Let me go. My papa is a syndic—he is M. Frankenstein—he will punish you. You dare not keep me.' (Ch. XVI)
Speaker: William
Theme: Appearances
Notes:
Innate prejudice by appearance
Boy assumes monster must be bad

117. QUOTE APPLICATION
“But success SHALL crown my endeavours. Wherefore not? Thus far I have gone, tracing a secure way over the pathless seas, the very stars themselves being witnesses and testimonies of my triumph. Why not still proceed over the untamed yet obedient element? What can stop the determined heart and resolved will of man” (Letter III)?
Speaker: Walton
Theme: Dangers of Knowledge
Notes:
Triumph and hope are blinding
What can stop man? NATURE!

118. Quick Write (10 points)
Sympathetic Villain: the audience has an understanding for the antagonist’s motives; making the character’s actions more justifiable…
Prompt: Using your knowledge of the themes “Dangers of Knowledge” and “Appearances”, who is the sympathetic villain thus far in the novel? Victor or his monster? Explain your reasoning with reference to the archetype of a sympathetic villain.
Submit Vocab 3 in Basket A
Submit your journal in Basket B.
Use remaining time to complete your homework assignment. (Chapters XVII-XX)

119. Do Now: 5 min.
Complete the Reading Check. Use your novel and reading guide as a resource.
Submit in Basket A.
If you have your completed essay revision sheet, (Yes/No Checklist) submit in basket B for +1.

121. REVENGE Ticket In: Respond, using your own thoughts,
knowledge, or experiences:
Summarize a time you sought revenge or at least felt like seeking it.
Explain what you believe causes people to seek revenge.
Interpret: Why do they say revenge is a dish best served cold?
True or False: Revenge brings justice. Justify.
REVENGE

122. character suffers a loss or grievance; seeks retribution
Revenge – archetypal theme
character suffers a loss or grievance; seeks retribution
protagonist usually becomes consumed by pain
believes suffering will end if the individual or agency responsible is destroyed or punished.

123. Ch. XVI-XX Review
Ch. XVI: What does the monster do for a little girl? What does the man assume the monster is doing?
Ch. XVI: How does William refer to the monster once face-to-face with the creature?
Ch. XVII: What does Victor refuse to do at the beginning of the chapter? What is his ultimate decision? Why?
Ch. XVIII: Why does Victor’s father believe he is upset? What is the real reason Victor is upset?
Ch. XX: What is Victor’s sudden realization? What scenarios does this make Victor play out in his mind?
Ch. XX: What does Victor decide to do in the middle of his work? How does the creature react to this?

124. Ch. XVI-XX Review
Ch. XVI: What does the monster do for a little girl? What does the man assume the monster is doing?
Rescues her from drowning
Shoots him (believes the monster is attacking the girl…)

125. Ch. XVI-XX Review
Ch. XVI: How does William refer to the monster once face-to-face with the creature?
“monster”, “ogre”, “ugly wretch”… (102)
Monster thought an innocent child would not be prejudiced…WRONG.
Strangles William…REVENGE.

126. Ch. XVI-XX Review
Ch. XVII: What does Victor refuse to do at the beginning of the chapter? What is his ultimate decision? Why?
Refuses to create a female companion in the monster’s likeness
He agrees to create the new creature
Moved by monster’s argument: “felt there was justice in his argument” *logos & pathos!
As creator, feels responsible for monster’s happiness
Bring justice to the monster and humanity (107)

127. Ch. XVI-XX Review
4. Ch. XVIII: Why does Victor’s father believe he is upset? What is the real reason Victor is upset?
Marrying Elizabeth (cold feet, heart break?)
“…feared the vengeance of that disappointed fiend, yet was unable to overcome the repugnance to the task…” (108)

128. Ch. XVI-XX Review
Ch. XX: What is Victor’s sudden realization? What scenarios does this make Victor play out in his mind?
The new creature may become more malignant than the original!
The new creature…
May not want to be isolated with the 1st monster
May procreate with the 1st monster
May hate the 1st monster
…This creature, just like the first one (and any other human being), will have free will to think and choose independently.

129. Ch. XVI-XX Review
Ch. XX: What does Victor decide to do in the middle of his work? How does the creature react to this?
Victor destroys the new creature!
The Monster’s response:
“Slave, I am your master…”
“I am fearless, therefore powerful…”
“You shall repent of the injuries you inflict”
i.e. if you give me loneliness and despair, I’ll return the favor.

130. Frankenstein Plot Review
Letters I-IV: Walton’s Letters
Walton characterized as an isolated outsider in search of knowledge
Walton discovers the stranger in the North Pole
Chapters I-VIII: Victor’s Story
Victor’s childhood
Victor, the stranger, tells his story to caution Walton’s dangerous pursuit of knowledge
Chapters IX-XVI: The Monster’s Story
The monster narrates most of this passage
he is outcast from society for his appearance
desires a companion be made for him in his likeness
Chapters XVII-XXIV: The Second Monster
Back to Victor as the narrator
Victor realizes the new creature will have free will. . .
Victor vs. Monster: Who gets revenge? Who deserves it?

131. REVENGE “No man chooses evil because it is evil; he
Respond to each question and T/F statement for Revenge…
1. Revenge brings tragedy
Monster:
lonelyhateful; resentful=harm
Absence of love and pain of loss increases violence
Obsession fuels revenge
feel my pain; pay for what you have done
“eye for an eye”
“No man chooses evil because it is evil; he
only mistakes it for happiness, the good he
seeks.”
REVENGE

132. Do Now:
Complete the Revenge & Fate Theme Sheet (front and back). Do NOT do the Quickwrite.
Submit in Basket B.

133. Fate vs. Free Will
Watch the video clip before responding to the questions and T/F statements.

134. Fate vs. Free Will 2 Versions of Frankenstein: 1818 & 1831
Tabula Rasa: Blank Slate
Does fate or free will dictate our personality and actions?
Victor: master or victim?
The Monster: master or victim?
Monster has recently stated Victor is now his slave…how does he have control over Victor?

135. Weekly Agenda Assignments: Assessments:
Due Tues. 1/30: Vocab 3
Due Wed. 1/31: Frankenstein Ch. XVIII-XX ( )
Due Fri. 2/2: Frankenstein CH. XXI-XXII ( )
Assessments:
Due Fri. 2/2: Ethical Dilemma Essay Final Draft (turnitin.com by 11:59 p.m.)
Do Now: Complete the reading check and submit in
basket A. Take a Revenge and Fate Worksheet.
Respond to Revenge Questions #1 & 2…

136. Fate vs. Free Will Answer 1-40.
2 Versions of Frankenstein: 1818 & 1831
Tabula Rasa: “Blank Slate”
Does an individual fill in their blank slate, or is it filled in for him or her?
Does fate or free will dictate our personality and actions?
Victor: master or victim of his “slate”?
The Monster: master or victim of his “slate”?
Take the locus of control test to find out what you believe…
How much of the blank slate do you believe you fill in?
Answer 1-40.

137. Weekly Agenda: Assignments: Assessments:
Due Thurs. 1/3: Frankenstein Ch. XXI-XXII (p )
Due Fri. 1/4: Frankenstein Ch. XXIII-XXIV (P )
Assessments:
Fri. 1/11: Frankenstein Unit Exam

138. Today:
Complete the final reading check XXI-XXIV (10 points). Use your novel and reading guide as resources. Submit in Basket B.
Complete the Frankenstein P.O.L. Sheet after completing the reading check. Submit in Basket C.
Frankenstein Unit Test Study Guide distributed at end of class: Test on 1/11
Frankenstein Plot Review Monday 1/7

139. Frankenstein: Chapters XXI-XXII Analysis (12 min.)
1. What is familiar about the method of the murder discovered in this chapter?
 strangled; similar to William’s murder
2. Who has been murdered, and why is Victor accused of the murder?
  Henry Clerval; boat fleeing scene looked like Victor’s
3. Why does Victor think he survived all that he had been through? How is the fact that he lives ironic?
  Doomed to live; watching everything you love die is a fate worse than death.
4. Victor makes several references to his destiny in these chapters. What does he believes hisdestiny to be?
 Victor believes the creature will kill him eventually
5. Why does Victor feel he can’t be with people? What opinion does Victor express about this creation?
 guilt; his secret monster causing death to all he loves

140. Frankenstein: Chapters XXI-XXII Analysis (12 min.)
6. What is ironic about the desires of Victor and the creature?
Victor can have companionship and dreads it; monster longs for companionship and is constantly rejected (foils)
7. Why does Victor decide to marry Elizabeth immediately?
  believes it will incite a showdown with the monster (duel)
8. Due to the irony and abrupt wedding, what is likely to happen on Victor and Elizabeth’s wedding night?
 fight to the death (think back to Walton’s letters)
9. List at least two specific ways Mary Shelley build suspense in these chapters.
 suspicious murder; cliffhanger climax/resolution: wedding; showdown?
10. Aside from suspense, list one other characteristic of Gothicism from Chapter XXI or XXII. Provide an example of this characteristic, and explain its impact on the plot or audience.
Vary…creature of nightmare, transgressor…

141. Ch. XXI-XXIV
Victor accused of best friend, Henry Clerval’s, murder; imprisoned; falls ill
Elizabeth questions Victor’s loyalty: Has he fallen in love with another?
Elizabeth marries Victor; The monster kills Elizabeth (revenge…)
Telling Elizabeth the secret before the wedding might have been a good idea (Selfish Victor)
Victor devotes his life to hunting and destroying the monster (Frame narrative; return to present time with Walton at sea)
Will Walton pursue the monster for Victor-is he a romantic hero?
Victor’s monster: leave behind the civilized world; prepared to die at sea on a funeral pile (much like the ancient history he has read)
Revenge (obsession) kept the romantic heroes alive…

142. Do Now: Complete the following on the half sheet
Do Now: Complete the following on the half sheet. Use your Frankenstein Reading Guide as a resource…
Frankenstein is a classic example of Romantic Literature. Identify a specific example for each of the 3 steps of a romantic quest in the novel’s plot.
Frankenstein is also an example of Gothic Literature. Identify THREE of the most prominent “Characteristics of Gothicism” in the novel. Provide a specific example for each.
Explain: What impact do the quest and characteristics have on the audience? In other words, what does the audience learn or see through the piece of fiction?

143. Quizzo Groups of 2 or 3; names on top of paper #1-20
Questions only read once
Winning team gets bonus points on tomorrow’s exam & tickets (Raffle 2/16)
Open note; open book