Which of the following statements BEST describes how differences between the two characters’ perspectives create tension in this scene?

Question

A.
Frankenstein wants to fight, but the creature wants to talk, and their disagreement creates tension in the scene.
B.
Frankenstein wants the creature to show remorse for his murders, but the creature refuses to apologize, which creates tension in the scene.
C.
Although the creature wants to apologize for the destruction he has caused, Frankenstein refuses to hear him out, which creates tension in the scene.
Part B
Multiple Choice Question
Which quotes from the text BEST support your answer to Part 1?
A.
Victor says, “There can be no community between you and me; we are enemies” (11) and the creature says, “If the multitude of mankind knew of my existence, they would do as you do, and arm themselves for my destruction” (14).
B.
Victor says, “Begone, or let us try our strength in a fight, in which one must fall” (11) and the creature says, “Listen to me, Frankenstein. You accuse me of murder; and yet you would, with a satisfied conscience, destroy your own creature” (14).
C.
The creature says “Believe me, Frankenstein: I was benevolent; my soul glowed with love and humanity: but am I not alone, miserably alone?” (12) and Victor says, “Cursed be the day, abhorred devil, in which you first saw light!” (15).

Answer 1

For Part 1, the statement that BEST describes how differences between the two characters' perspectives create tension in the scene is:

B. Frankenstein wants the creature to show remorse for his murders, but the creature refuses to apologize, which creates tension in the scene.

For Part 2, the quotes that BEST support your answer to Part 1 are:

B. Victor says, “Begone, or let us try our strength in a fight, in which one must fall” (11) and the creature says, “Listen to me, Frankenstein. You accuse me of murder; and yet you would, with a satisfied conscience, destroy your own creature” (14).

These quotes illustrate the conflict between Frankenstein's desire for accountability and the creature's insistence on being heard, highlighting their differing perspectives and the resulting tension.