Themes

Question 1

Through what quote does Jekyll present the theme of duality?

Answer 1

“Man is not truly one, but truly two.”

Question 2

Meaning & context of the quote: “Man is not truly one, but truly two.”

Answer 2

Jekyll says this in Chapter ten in his confessional letter to Utterson.

Question 3

Analyse how duality is shown in the quote, “Man is not truly one, but truly two.”

Answer 3

• Everyone is capable of good and evil deeds
• Repetition of ‘truly’ emphasises Jekyll’s belief of dual nature
• Could represent the civilised side of humanity (upper class) and its beastly side

Question 4

In what quote does Jekyll again present the theme of duality?

Answer 4

“If I am the chief of sinners, I am the chief of sufferers also.”

Question 5

Meaning & context of the quote: “If I am the chief of sinners, I am the chief of sufferers also.”

Answer 5

Jekyll writes this in his letter, in response to Utterson’s letter in which Utterson complained of his exclusion from Jekyll’s house and Lanyon’s disagreement with Jekyll.

Question 6

Analyse how the quote shows Jekyll’s duality: “If I am the chief of sinners, I am the chief of sufferers also.”

Answer 6

• Superlatives emphasise his dire and regretful actions
• Anitithesis between “sufferers” and “sinners” highlights his duplicity
• Jekyll has to pay the punishment for his sins

Question 7

How is duality shown through the description of Jekyll and Hyde?

Answer 7

“Large handsome face of Dr. Jekyll.”
“Mr. Hyde was pale and dwarfish.”

Question 8

Analyse how the following quotes display duality:
“Large handsome face of Dr. Jekyll.”
“Mr. Hyde was pale and dwarfish.”

Answer 8

• Jekyll is a well-respected gentleman which is reflected in his appearance (physionogmy)
• Hyde is somewhat malformed and not fully developed - he’s part of a whole

Question 9

What quote shows the theme of duality within setting?

Answer 9

“[Door] blistered and disdained.”
“[Door] wore a great air of wealth and comfort.”

Question 10

Meaning & context of quotes:
“[Door] blistered and disdained.”
“[Door] wore a great air of wealth and comfort.”

Answer 10

The first quote describes the entrance to Hyde’s house whereas the second quote describes how Jekyll’s house is presented.

Question 11

Analyse how duality is shown through setting in the following quotes.
“[Door] blistered and disdained.”
“[Door] wore a great air of wealth and comfort.”

Answer 11

• Metaphor shows Jekyll’s house is well cared for - like him
• Door to Hyde’s house is uninviting and sickly
• Setting shows duality between Jekyll’s welcoming facade and his sinister character underneath

Question 12

What quote presents Hyde’s violence in the novel?

Answer 12

“All of a sudden he broke out in a great flame of anger.”

Question 13

Context of the quote: “All of a sudden he broke out in a great flame of anger.”

Answer 13

Describes Hyde’s interaction with Sir Danvers Carew.

Question 14

Analyse how violence is displayed in the quote, “All of a sudden he broke out in a great flame of anger.”

Answer 14

• Metaphor of the flame shows the volatility and power of Hyde’s irrational anger
• “All of a sudden” conveys that he is unpredicatable

Question 15

What quote shows Hyde as violence toward the young girl?

Answer 15

“The man trampled calmly over the child’s body.”

Question 16

Meaning & context of the quote: “The man trampled calmly over the child’s body.”

Answer 16

Enfield recounts his first interaction with Hyde, where he witnesses him trampling over a girl.

Question 17

Analyse how Hyde’s violence is introduced in the quote: “The man trampled calmly over the child’s body.”

Answer 17

• The girl’s youth and innocence makes the attack more brutal
• First impression of Hyde is gothic and establishes him as cruel
• Oxymoron of ‘trampled calmly’ shows Hyde’s indifferent disregard for human life

Question 18

What quotes show Hyde’s interaction with Carew as violent?

Answer 18

“With ape-like fury.”
“Like a madman.”

Question 19

Analyse how Hyde is showcased as violent in the quotes:
“With ape-like fury.”
“Like a madman.”

Answer 19

• Simile presents Hyde as uncivilised and animalistic, which directly contrasts Jekyll’s characteristics
• Hyde’s murder of Carew can show a a disdain for the upper class and its norms

Question 20

What quote shows the theme of violence through setting?

Answer 20

“Sinister block of building thrust forward its gable on the street.”

Question 21

Meaning & context of the quote, “Sinister block of building thrust forward its gable on the street.”

Answer 21

The narrator is describing the settings in Chapter one.

Question 22

How is violence conveyed in the quote, “Sinister block of building thrust forward its gable on the street.”

Answer 22

• Verb “thrust” is very abrupt and emphasises that it doesn’t belong there
• Alliteration of the letter ‘b’ makes the surroundings seem more harsh and unwelcoming

Question 23

What quote shows the importance of reputation in the novel?

Answer 23

“Make his name stink from one end of London to the other.”

Question 24

Meaning & context of the quote: “Make his name stink from one end of London to the other.”

Answer 24

Enfield and the doctor discuss how to deal with Hyde’s trampling of the innocent girl. They suggest destroying his reputation so he can lose his credit.

Question 25

Analyse how the theme of reputation is shown in the quote: "Make his name stink from one end of London to the other."

Answer 25

* Shows the significance of reputation in Victorian society * Tarnishing Hyde's reputation was a massive threat

Question 26

In what quote does Enfield present the theme of reputation?

Answer 26

"The more it looks like queer street the less I ask."

Question 27

Meaning & context of the quote: "The more it looks like queer street the less I ask."

Answer 27

Enfield shares his self-imposed rule with Utterson during their Sunday walk.

Question 28

Analyse how the theme of repuation is shown in the quote: "The more it looks like queer street the less I ask."

Answer 28

* Enfield wants to avoid gossip as it could damage his reputation * Conforms to social expectations of repressing opinions

Question 29

Where is reputation mentioned elsewhere in the novel?

Answer 29

"If it came to a trial, your name might appear."

Question 30

Meaning & context of the quote: "If it came to a trial, your name might appear."

Answer 30

Utterson visits Jekyll to warn him that if he's hiding Hyde since he murdered Carew, he could be in serious legal trouble.

Question 31

Analyse how reputation is shown in the quote, "If it came to a trial, your name might appear."

Answer 31

* Utterson warns Jekyll of his reputation, but he disregards this * Shows selfishness of the characters

Question 32

What quote shows Jekyll's silence and repression?

Answer 32

"My devil had been long caged, he came out roaring."

Question 33

Meaning & context of the quote: "My devil had been long caged, he came out roaring."

Answer 33

In the final chapter of the novel, Jekyll admits to Utterson in his letter that he could no longer supress his evil desires, so they manifested into Hyde's actions.

Question 34

Analyse how the theme of silence and repression is presented in the quote: "My devil had been long caged, he came out roaring."

Answer 34

* Jekyll represses his inner devilish desires to maintain his noble reputation in public * 'Caged' and 'roaring' mirror the animalistic and savage qualities of Hyde * Hints that you cannot fake your identity; the truth will shine through

Question 35

In what quotes does Enfield embody the theme of silence and repression?

Answer 35

"The more it looks like queer street the less I ask." "I am ashamed of my long tongue."

Question 36

How is silence and repression displayed in the following quotes: "The more it looks like queer street the less I ask." "I am ashamed of my long tongue."

Answer 36

* Colloquialism showcases Enfield's awareness of societal norms, thus he represses his opinions * Conveys the importance of reputation for the Victorian upper class

Question 37

What quote shows Utterson's repression in the novel?

Answer 37

“I wouldn’t speak of this note, you know.”

Question 38

Meaning & context of the quote, “I wouldn’t speak of this note, you know.”

Answer 38

Utterson shows the note supposedly handed in by Hyde to his clerk - Mr Guest. He realises there is a resemblance between Hyde's and Jekyll's handwriting, but Utterson urges him not to say anything of this matter.

Question 39

Analyse how Utterson represses information in the quote: “I wouldn’t speak of this note, you know.”

Answer 39

* Repression of information creates dark secrets in the novel * Utterson is being a good friend by shielding Jekyll from public disgrace

Question 40

What quote shows secrecy in settings?

Answer 40

"The door was very strong, the lock excellent."

Question 41

Context of the quote: "The door was very strong, the lock excellent."

Answer 41

Lanyon describes the cabinet door in which he has to extract the contents of Jekyll's belongings.

Question 42

Analyse how secrecy is implied in the quote, "The door was very strong, the lock excellent."

Answer 42

* Jekyll's secrets are all locked away, suggesting that he is desperate to maintain his reputation * Lanyon's emphasis on the security of the door builds tension as to what is behind it

Question 43

What quote shows the theme of secrecy within settings?

Answer 43

"Windows barred with iron."

Question 44

Context of the quote: "Windows barred with iron."

Answer 44

Part of the narrator's description of Jekyll's home.

Question 45

Analyse how secrecy is conveyed in the quote, "Windows barred with iron."

Answer 45

* Jekyll's bedroom is similar to a prison cell with its barred windows - he has committed many sins * Shows the extremity of Jekyll's willingness to keep his desires secret as 'windows' could represent his soul