Chapter 5: Incident of the Letter | English | Quizalize & Oak National Academy

Starter quiz

Sort the characters below into the order the reader is introduced to them in 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.'
- 1
  
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  Mr. Utterson
- 2
  
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  Mr. Enfield
- 3
  
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  Mr. Hyde
- 4
  
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  Dr. Jekyll
In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', what is the significance of the street where Mr. Hyde's residence is located in the story?
- It's a prestigious neighborhood.
- It's the heart of London's financial district.
- It's a crime-ridden and impoverished area. ✓
In Chapter 4 of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', what shocking event occurs in London that adds to the story's sense of foreboding?
- A financial crisis
- A devastating fire
- A gruesome murder ✓
What role do fog and darkness play in the atmosphere of Victorian London in 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde'?
- They symbolise darkness.
- They suggest London is dangerous.
- They create a sense of mystery and concealment. ✓
How is the contrast between the wealthy and impoverished parts of London depicted in 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde'?
- Impoverished areas are dark and dingy, whilst the rich areas bustle and thrive. ✓
- Both wealthy and impoverished areas are portrayed as unnerving places.
- Impoverished areas are completely separate to the wealthy areas of London.
In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', what role does the city of London itself play as a backdrop to the events?
- London is a passive, unimportant setting.
- London is portrayed as a character with its own influence on the characters. ✓
- London is a mystical, magical place.