J&h 10 Qoutes Flashcards
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What heresy does Mr. Utterson refer to?
Cain’s heresy
Refers to the biblical story of Cain and Abel, emphasizing non-interference.
What does Utterson mean by ‘I let my brother go to the devil in his own way’?
He doesn’t like to interfere in other people’s business
This reflects his belief in personal responsibility and autonomy.
Who was murdered by Cain in the biblical story?
Abel
This allusion highlights the theme of conflict between individuals.
What does Utterson’s attitude foreshadow regarding Jekyll?
His decline and ‘going to the devil’
Suggests Utterson’s internal conflict about whether he should have acted sooner.
What societal theme is suggested by Utterson’s perspective?
Society ignores the sins of others
This theme reflects on moral responsibility and societal complicity.
List three themes linked to Utterson’s statement.
- Evil and sin
- Responsibility
- Evil in society
Which characters can be linked to Utterson’s biblical allusion?
- Utterson
- Jekyll
- Hyde
What literary devices are used in the text?
Simile and metaphor
Example of simile: ‘like a fire in a forest’
What does the setting symbolize in the text?
The dual nature of mankind
Settings reflect contrasting aspects of human nature.
How does the setting reflect the class divide?
Hyde’s rooms are paid for by Jekyll but located in a poorer area
This highlights the social disparities between characters.
What does the term ‘fire’ signify in the context of the text?
Danger of what is taking place within
Fire represents both attraction and peril.
What themes can be linked to the setting?
- Evil and sin
- Duality of mankind
Which character is associated with the themes of evil and duality?
Hyde
What is an example of an oxymoron in the text?
‘trampled calmly’
This phrase illustrates a total lack of care.
What imagery is used to describe the child’s situation?
Religious imagery
The imagery emphasizes the horror of the event.
What does the phrase ‘the man trampled calmly over the child’s body’ convey?
A total lack of care
It highlights the brutal nature of the act.
What feelings does the phrase ‘it was hellish to see’ evoke?
Horror and despair
It contrasts with the calmness of the action.
Which themes can be linked to the text?
- Evil and sin
- Good and evil
- Duality of mankind
These themes explore the complexities of human nature.
Which characters are associated with the themes discussed?
- Hyde
- Jekyll
They represent different aspects of human nature.
True or False: The phrase ‘the id unleashed’ suggests a departure from civilized behavior.
True
It implies a primal and instinctual response.
Fill in the blank: The term ‘hellish’ links Hyde with _______.
satan
This connection emphasizes the evil nature of Hyde.
What does Utterson imply about Hyde when he refers to ‘Satan’s signature’?
Utterson views Hyde as having the mark of the devil
This reflects Utterson’s perception of Hyde’s evil nature.
What literary device is primarily used in the phrase ‘Satan’s signature’?
Metaphor
This metaphor suggests a deeper moral and spiritual implication regarding Hyde.
Which themes are linked to Utterson’s view of Hyde?
- Evil and sin
- Good and evil
- Duality of mankind
These themes explore the contrasting nature of humanity as depicted in the text.