Mary Shelley published her novel Frankenstein in 181. Frankenstein tells the story of a scientist who created an intelligent but terrifying creature in a laboratory experiment and then is tortured by what he has done. The story is infused with elements of Gothic horror and is representative of the Romantic movement. Some suggest that Frankenstein should be considered the first true science fiction story. However, while the usage of science and technology is a primary theme of the science fiction genre, a facet of that there is the explanation of the technology. No scientific explanation for the monster's creation is ever given, Frankenstein focuses heavily on the moral issues and consequences of creating such a beast, themes far more representative of the Gothic novel. Which of the following is the author’s purpose for writing this passage?
A. To identify Frankenstein as Gothic horror.
B. To identify Frankenstein as science fiction
C. To describe the elements of the Gothic horror genre
D. To describe the elements of the science fiction genre
The passage discusses Mary Shelley's novel "Frankenstein" and emphasizes its infusion with elements of Gothic horror, highlighting the moral issues and consequences rather than focusing on providing a scientific explanation, which is more characteristic of the Gothic novel genre.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is C.
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