Reading:
http://www.rc.umd.edu/editions/frankenstein/1831_contents
Most of us are familiar with crime shows like Criminal Minds, CSI, Bones, or Law & Order. (If you’re not, you might want to check out a few episodes online! Or tell me about your favorite crime show so that I can add it to the list!) For this Think piece, you are going to take on the role of an FBI profiler and analyze Frankenstein’s creature based on the crimes he has committed thus far in the novel.
Profiles may include answers to some or all of the following questions …
What does this character look like? How does he/she carry himself? How does he/ she dress?
How does this character speak? Does he/she have any identifiable speech patterns?
Where was this character born? How was he/she raised?
Describe the time period in which this character lives. How do the times affect this character’s thinking and actions?
What is this character’s main motivation? Why?
Describe any redeeming qualities this character may have.
Analyze the character’s personality flaws. From what do they stem? How do they affect the choices he/she makes?
Choose an object this character holds or would hold dear. Explain the connection.
Does this character have any secrets? If so, explain.
Who would be this character’s contemporary counterpart? Explain your choice.
At this point in Frankenstein, we have only read through Volume 1 and don’t yet know much about the Creature. The best Think pieces will not only demonstrate creativity, but will also work closely with the novel to provide evidence for the Profile. Before you begin your Think piece, make sure to read through the Evaluation rubric.
Evaluation:
To meet the minimum criteria for consideration for a 4.0, your Think piece must:
have a title (“Think piece 1” does not count as a title);
demonstrate clear and coherent organization;
meet the required length of 300-500 words (writing more is ok, writing less is not);
incorporate at least two direct quotations from Frankenstein to support your analysis;
correctly cite each quotation, using the MLA in-text citation style.
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