A written analysis of 'Frankenstein'
I can confidently explain Shelley's intentions with the character of Frankenstein.
A written analysis of 'Frankenstein'
I can confidently explain Shelley's intentions with the character of Frankenstein.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- It is important to understand a text's context, as this enhances our understanding of why it was written.
- To keep focus on the writer’s intentions in your response, ask yourself ‘why’ at each stage in the writing process.
- Victor Frankenstein is characterised as irresponsible to reflect Shelley’s concerns about unethical science.
- A convincing analytical response should follow one line of argument.
- Focusing on an author's intention results in stronger analytical writing.
Keywords
Writer's intentions - The writer’s intentions are what they hope to achieve through writing the text.
Irresponsible - To be irresponsible means not behaving in a sensible or responsible manner
Method - This is anything a writer does intentionally.
Convincing - A convincing response is well-evidenced, with a clear line of argument and a formal, academic tone.
Common misconception
Students often simply 'method spot' in analytical responses.
The writer's intention should form part of students' analysis of the text, as they should be outlining why the writer has used the method.
Equipment
You will need access to the extract taken from Chapter 10 of 'Frankenstein' used throughout his lesson. This can be found in the additional materials.
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of discriminatory behaviour
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2024), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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