Dr. Jekyll was quite at ease

In this lesson, we will look at how Stevenson uses language to suggest that Jekyll is concealing the truth. In this chapter, the reader is introduced to the character of Dr. Jekyll and learns that he does not want to tell Utterson about the connection between himself and Hyde.

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Q1.What is meant by the word volatile?

Prone to becoming very excited. Prone to sudden and unpredictable change, usually for the worse. When someone becomes very happy. When there is an explosion.

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Q2.What is meant by the word uncivilised

To be very polite. To be gentlemanly. To be very quick to anger. To be impolite and bad mannered.

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Q3.How does Utterson feel about Mr. Hyde

He strongly dislikes him. He feels sorry for him. He is glad he is friends with Henry Jekyll.

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Q4.How does Stevenson describe Hyde's laugh?

He describes it as a 'gentle laugh'. He describes it as a 'savage laugh'. He describes it as a 'pleasant laugh'. He describes it as 'an annoying laugh'.

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Q5.Which words are used to describe how Hyde speaks?

'hissed' and 'snarled'. 'whispered' and 'roared'. 'screamed' and 'shouted'.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

Before we start this lesson, let’s see what you can remember from this topic. Here’s a quick quiz!

Q1.What is meant by the word volatile?

Prone to becoming very excited. Prone to sudden and unpredictable change, usually for the worse. When someone becomes very happy. When there is an explosion.

1/5

Q2.What is meant by the word uncivilised

To be very polite. To be gentlemanly. To be very quick to anger. To be impolite and bad mannered.

2/5

Q3.How does Utterson feel about Mr. Hyde

He strongly dislikes him. He feels sorry for him. He is glad he is friends with Henry Jekyll.

3/5

Q4.How does Stevenson describe Hyde's laugh?

He describes it as a 'gentle laugh'. He describes it as a 'savage laugh'. He describes it as a 'pleasant laugh'. He describes it as 'an annoying laugh'.

4/5

Q5.Which words are used to describe how Hyde speaks?

'hissed' and 'snarled'. 'whispered' and 'roared'. 'screamed' and 'shouted'.

5/5

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A quiz consolidating the key vocabulary and concepts learned during our lesson on the chapter, Dr. Jekyll was Quite at Ease.

Q1.What is the correct definition of the word unease?

To feel sick. A feeling of anxiety or discontent. A feeling of excitement and anticipation.

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Q2.What is the correct definition of the word unsettling?

something that causes excitement and happiness. something that causes anxiety or something that is disturbing. something that makes you feel safe and comfortable.

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Q3.What does Mr. Utterson want to question his friend Henry Jekyll about?

His will and why he has left all his possessions to Mr. Hyde. Why he has fallen out with their friend Dr. Lanyon. The political situation in London.

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Q4.How does Jekyll react when Utterson mentions Hyde?

He is pleased to have the opportunity to talk about Hyde. He laughs and tells Utterson there is nothing to worry about. He grows pale and a blackness develops around his eyes.

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Q5.What does Jekyll promise Utterson?

That he will never see Hyde again. That he can be rid of Hyde whenever he chooses. That Hyde is misunderstood and is a good man really.

5/5

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Lesson 5 Quiz - Dr. Jekyll was Quite at Ease

A quiz consolidating the key vocabulary and concepts learned during our lesson on the chapter, Dr. Jekyll was Quite at Ease.

Q1.What is the correct definition of the word unease?

To feel sick. A feeling of anxiety or discontent. A feeling of excitement and anticipation.

1/5

Q2.What is the correct definition of the word unsettling?

something that causes excitement and happiness. something that causes anxiety or something that is disturbing. something that makes you feel safe and comfortable.

2/5

Q3.What does Mr. Utterson want to question his friend Henry Jekyll about?

His will and why he has left all his possessions to Mr. Hyde. Why he has fallen out with their friend Dr. Lanyon. The political situation in London.

3/5

Q4.How does Jekyll react when Utterson mentions Hyde?

He is pleased to have the opportunity to talk about Hyde. He laughs and tells Utterson there is nothing to worry about. He grows pale and a blackness develops around his eyes.

4/5

Q5.What does Jekyll promise Utterson?

That he will never see Hyde again. That he can be rid of Hyde whenever he chooses. That Hyde is misunderstood and is a good man really.

5/5

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