Question

how can i describe my emotions at this catastrophe, or how delineate the wretch whom with such infinite pains and care i had endeay yellow skin scarcely covered the work of muscles and arteries beneath; his hair was of a lustrous black, and flowing, his teeth of a pear the same colour as the dun-white sockets in which they were set, his shrivelled complexion and straight black lips. the different accidents of life are not so changeable as the feelings of human nature. i had worked hard for nearly two years, for the so with an ardour that far exceeded moderation; but now that i had finished, the beauty of the dream vanished, and breathless horror and continued a long time traversing my bed-chamber, unable to compose my mind to sleep. at length lassitude succeeded to the tumult i forgetfulness. but it was in vain; i slept, indeed, but i was disturbed by the wildest dreams. i thought i saw elizabeth, in the bloom of he her lips, they became livid with the hue of death; her features appeared to change, and i thought that i held the corpse of my dead mot started from my sleep with horror, a cold dew covered my forehead, my teeth chattered, and every limb became convulsed, when, by t miserable monster whom i had created. he held up the curtain of the bed; and his eyes, if eyes they may be called, were fixed on me. i spoken, but i did not hear; one hand was stretched out, seemingly to detain me, but i escaped and rushed downstairs. i took refuge in t and down in the greatest agitation, listening attentively, catching and fearing each sound as if it were to announce the approach of the d 7. how does the description of the creature’s appearance contribute to the gothic atmosphere of the passage? a. it highlights the beauty and grace of the creature. b. it depicts the creature as ordinary and mundane. c. it emphasizes the creature’s charming looks. d. it creates a sense of horror and revulsion. 8. how does the passage exemplify the conflict between science and nature, a common theme in gothic literature? a. by presenting the creation of life as a transgression against natural laws b. by depicting scientific progress as harmless c. by celebrating the triumph of human achievements d. by showing a peaceful coexistence between humans and the environment

Explanation:

Question 7

To answer this, we analyze the description of the creature's appearance (yellow skin, shrivelled complexion, etc.) and Gothic atmosphere. Gothic literature often uses grotesque descriptions to create horror. Option a is wrong as the creature isn't beautiful. Option b is wrong (not ordinary). Option c is wrong (not charming). Option d matches the horror - inducing description.

For the conflict between science and nature in Gothic literature, we look at the passage's context (creation of a creature). Option a says creating life is a transgression against natural laws, which fits Gothic themes of science overstepping nature. Option b is wrong (science isn't harmless here). Option c is wrong (not celebrating achievements). Option d is wrong (no peaceful coexistence).

Answer:

d. It creates a sense of horror and revulsion.

Question 8