Which of the following best describes how the novel "Frankenstein" is understood by critics ?
Correct answer: D. As an exploration on the effects of science on humanity
- A. As a commentary on Victorian England
- B. As an apolitical horror story
- C. As a novel ghostwritten by Perce Shelley
- D. As an exploration on the effects of science on humanity
Explanation
Frankenstein examines the consequences of scientific ambition when it is separated from ethical responsibility, making it a major reflection on science and humanity. It is a Romantic-era novel, not a Victorian commentary or an apolitical ghost story.
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