Question

when mary shelleys frankenstein was first published in 1818, many critics described it as a scary, gruesome story that lacked real meaning. some found its portrayal of scientific ambition unsettling, while others felt the novel was not well - written. however, over time, more scholars began to see frankenstein as a profound exploration of human nature, scientific ethics, and the dangers of power. today, the work is considered a classic piece of gothic fiction. this change in opinion suggests that ______
which choice most logically completes the text?
choose 1 answer:
a frankenstein was more popular with early critics than with modern critics.
b some contemporary scholars still think frankenstein is not a well - written novel.
c works of gothic fiction are often reviewed more negatively than works of other genres.
d works of literature that are initially poorly received can sometimes be viewed more favorably later on.

Explanation:

The text shows that Frankenstein was initially poorly received (described as scary, gruesome, lacking meaning, etc.) but over time was seen more favorably (as a profound exploration, a classic). Option D captures this idea of a work initially poorly received being viewed better later. Option A is wrong as the text doesn't say it was more popular with early critics. Option B is not supported as the text focuses on the change to a more positive view. Option C makes a comparison between Gothic fiction and other genres that the text doesn't.

Answer:

D. works of literature that are initially poorly received can sometimes be viewed more favorably later on.