Story of the Door (Part 2)

In this lesson, we will look at how Stevenson uses language and characterisation to build tension and apprehension. In the 'Story of the Door' chapter, Mr. Enfield tells a disturbing story about a mysterious and uncivilised man who seems to have a connection with a respectable Victorian gentleman.

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Intro quiz - Recap from previous lesson

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Q1.Which is the correct definition of self-restraint?

The inability to control your own actions. The ability to control your own actions. The desire to control your own actions.

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Q2.Which is the correct definition of the word reputation?

The opinions or beliefs generally held about someone or something. The opinions or beliefs that people don't tend to associate with someone or something. The opinions or beliefs that an individual wants others to have of them.

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Q3.Which phrase does Stevenson use to suggest Mr Utterson is an likeable character?

'he was austere with himself' 'somehow loveable' 'lean, long, dust, dreary'

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Q4.Which of these statements about Mr Utterson is true?

He likes to go out drinking gin at night. He is a doctor who loves the company of others. He is a lawyer and shows self-restraint.

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Q5.Who is Mr Richard Enfield?

A friend and distant relative of Mr Utterson's. An enemy of Mr Utterson's. A buisnessman who Mr Utterson avoids.

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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.Which is the correct definition of self-restraint?

The inability to control your own actions. The ability to control your own actions. The desire to control your own actions.

1/5

Q2.Which is the correct definition of the word reputation?

2/5

Q3.Which phrase does Stevenson use to suggest Mr Utterson is an likeable character?

'he was austere with himself' 'somehow loveable' 'lean, long, dust, dreary'

3/5

Q4.Which of these statements about Mr Utterson is true?

He likes to go out drinking gin at night. He is a doctor who loves the company of others. He is a lawyer and shows self-restraint.

4/5

Q5.Who is Mr Richard Enfield?

A friend and distant relative of Mr Utterson's. An enemy of Mr Utterson's. A buisnessman who Mr Utterson avoids.

5/5

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Lesson 3 - Story of the Door Part 2

A quiz consolidating the key vocabulary and concepts learned during our lesson on the Story of the Door in Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde'.

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

To run very quickly. To step on and crush. To step gently.

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

A fear or worry that something bad or unpleasant might happen. Looking forward to something with excitement. Not knowing what is going to happen next.

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Q3.What does the mysterious man in Mr Enfield's story do?

He runs away from a policeman. He attacks Mr. Enfield. He tramples over a little girl.

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Q4.What word does Mr Enfield use to describe what he sees?

'hellish' 'amazing' 'frightening'

4/5

Q5.How does Mr. Enfield feel about the strange man?

He is interested in him. He hates him. He feels sorry for him.

5/5

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Lesson 3 - Story of the Door Part 2

A quiz consolidating the key vocabulary and concepts learned during our lesson on the Story of the Door in Robert Louis Stevenson's 'Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde'.

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

To run very quickly. To step on and crush. To step gently.

1/5

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

A fear or worry that something bad or unpleasant might happen. Looking forward to something with excitement. Not knowing what is going to happen next.

2/5

Q3.What does the mysterious man in Mr Enfield's story do?

He runs away from a policeman. He attacks Mr. Enfield. He tramples over a little girl.

3/5

Q4.What word does Mr Enfield use to describe what he sees?

'hellish' 'amazing' 'frightening'

4/5

Q5.How does Mr. Enfield feel about the strange man?

He is interested in him. He hates him. He feels sorry for him.

5/5

Lesson summary: Story of the Door (Part 2)

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