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"Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde" Quiz
A respected scientist creates a potion that transforms him into his violent, evil alter ego, revealing the duality of human nature.
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- Discuss the duality of human nature as portrayed in 'Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.' How does Stevenson use the characters of Jekyll and Hyde to explore this theme?
- Analyze the role of science and experimentation in the novel. How does Dr. Jekyll’s scientific curiosity drive the plot, and what warnings does Stevenson present about unchecked scientific ambition?
- How does Stevenson use setting and atmosphere to create a sense of mystery and horror in the novel?
- Examine the significance of secrecy and repression in the story. How do secrets affect the characters and the unfolding of the plot?
- Consider the character of Mr. Utterson as the story’s primary narrator. How does his perspective shape the reader's understanding of the events in the novel?
- In what ways does 'Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' reflect the social and moral anxieties of Victorian society?
- Discuss the symbolism of the door in the novel. What does it represent in terms of the themes of duality and secrecy?
- How does the transformation between Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde serve as a metaphor for addiction or loss of self-control?
- Explore the role of friendship and loyalty in the novel. How do Utterson and Dr. Lanyon respond to Jekyll’s predicament, and what does this reveal about their characters?
- Analyze the ending of the novel. What is the significance of Dr. Jekyll’s final letter and confession?
- Discuss how Stevenson uses the motif of the ‘double’ or doppelgänger in the novel. What psychological and philosophical questions does this raise?
- How does the structure of the novel—particularly its use of multiple perspectives and documents—affect the way the story unfolds?
- Examine the portrayal of good and evil in the novel. How does Stevenson blur the boundaries between these concepts?
- What role does reputation play in the actions and motivations of the characters, particularly Dr. Jekyll?
- Discuss the influence of Gothic literature conventions in 'Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.' Which elements are present, and how do they contribute to the novel’s overall effect?