Lesson 7 After reading: Chapters 6-8 The death of William and Justine.

• Chapter 6 mainly serves as exposition through Elizabeth’s letter, developing the reader’s sense of William and Justine as characters. But what might Elizabeth’s letter suggest about her character and her relationship with Victor?
• How does Shelley make the reappearance of the creature in Chapter 7 dramatic? Also in this chapter how does the landscape and weather reflect Victor’s state of mind?
• How does Shelley present the justice system in Geneva during the trial of Justine? Considering gender representation contrast how Shelley presents Elizabeth and Justine with Victor/the men during Chapter 8.
• ‘Justine’ could be seen as an ironic name for a character who suffers such injustice. Consider the significance of other names in the novel, such as Victor, Elizabeth and the unnamed creature. How are names important in the novel?
• Victor never attempts to speak up for Justine – what reasons does he give and how do you react to them? Imagine that you could have put Victor on the stand; in your group devise questions you would ask and take it in turns to ‘hotseat’ Victor.