Final answer:
- 1. The option that best supports the author's argument that Frankenstein is not a work of science fiction is B. The technology behind the monster's creation is not explained. The answer is B
- 2. The modern-day news that best coincides with the theme of morals and consequences in the novel Frankenstein is A. Engineers weigh security against privacy in software debate.The answer is A
- 3. The purpose of this passage is C. To describe the elements of the science fiction genre. The answer is C
Step-by-step explanation:
1) This supports the argument because science fiction typically involves a focus on the scientific and technological aspects of the story. In Frankenstein, however, the scientific explanation for the creation of the monster is not provided, indicating that the story is not primarily concerned with the scientific aspect, but rather with moral issues and consequences.
The answer is B
2. This news article is relevant because it discusses the ethical considerations and potential consequences of technology. It aligns with the theme in Frankenstein where the scientist grapples with the moral implications of his creation.
The answer is A
3.While the passage does mention the elements of the Gothic horror genre, it primarily focuses on discussing the elements of the science fiction genre by contrasting Frankenstein as not being a typical science fiction story. The passage highlights the absence of scientific explanations for the monster's creation and emphasizes the moral issues and consequences, which are more representative of a Gothic novel.
The answer is C