Frankenstein
Mary Shelley (1818) · Reading & Learning Unit
In this unit you will meet one of the most famous stories in the world – Frankenstein. Here is why it is worth knowing, and what you will learn along the way:
- A true classic: Frankenstein shaped horror and science-fiction as we know them – and its big question, "who is the real monster?", is still asked today.
- Read a novel on your own: step by step, you will work through real parts of the book yourself – a key skill for every good reader.
- Grow your English: reading, writing, vocabulary and speaking all improve with every station.
- Think about today: science, responsibility and Artificial Intelligence – Frankenstein's warning is more relevant now than ever.
- Revise your grammar: along the way you will also review key Year 9 grammar (reported speech, passive, word families, used to, keyword transformation) – great preparation for Year 10.
How this unit works: In every station you read first and then work on the tasks (some stations have more than one reading and task part, so plan about 30–45 minutes). Work on your own – your teacher is there to help you. The unit does not tell you the whole story: you discover it yourself by reading the book.
Before you start
Frankenstein is one of the most famous horror and science-fiction stories in the world. A young scientist makes a discovery that nobody had ever made before – and it changes his whole life. Read the book step by step and find out what really happens. One big question runs through the whole story: Who is the real “monster”? Decide for yourself.
It is also a classic Gothic novel: expect a dark mood, wild nature and strong feelings.
The unit – 9 stations
1 · Before Reading: The Myth, Mary Shelley & Timeline
Flip cards with background facts, do a short quiz, then build a timeline and match the places in the novel.
Start →2 · The Opening
Read the beginning of the novel, check your understanding and write a short text.
Start →3 · The Characters & Who Says This?
Now that you have started reading: meet every character properly, match quotes to the right person and discuss a newspaper report.
Start →4 · The Creature's Story
Read the middle part, sort traits to Victor or the creature, and discuss who is really to blame.
Start →5 · The Final Part
Read the ending, answer the questions, read a diary entry and work with a partner.
Start →6 · Character Development
How does the creature change from beginning to end? Build your own development diagram with drag & drop.
Start →7 · The Big Quiz
Test your knowledge about the whole book with 20 questions.
Start →8 · Big Questions
Discuss the big philosophical questions of the book and their link to today & AI.
Start →9 · Your Feedback
You made it! Tell your teacher how the unit went for you and what you take away from it.
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