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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of these words is not used to describe Hyde?

2. Why does Utterson go to Jekyll's house?

3. What was used as the murder weapon?

4. What is the name of the stranger?

5. If science is related to intellect than heresy is related to

Short Essay Questions

1. Jekyll presents a strong argument for Utterson to respect his wishes regarding the will. What causes Utterson to finally concede to Jekyll's will?

2. Utterson and Enfield were discussing Jekyll but Enfield would not speak the doctor's name aloud. Why did Enfield refuse to reveal Jekyll's name?

3. The police take detailed information about the crime with the child. When was the stranger first seen?

4. There is speculation that Jekyll's good standing could be destroyed. What might damage Jekyll's reputation?

5. Utterson attempts to speak with Jekyll about his isolation and obvious distress. What does Jekyll refuse to talk about?

6. What was Utterson's issue with Jekyll's legal business?

7. What object cemented Utterson's theory that the murderer was Hyde?

8. Utterson and Enfield come upon a building with no windows and a mysterious door. What is so strange about the door?

9. Shortly after Carew's murder took place, Utterson was notified. Why did the police contact Utterson?

10. As a friend and attorney, Utterson frequently helped Jekyll with legal matters. Why is Utterson disturbed by Jekyll's will?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Poole was an important part of Jekyll's house for 20 years. It was Poole's experience that helped him see through Jekyll's attempts at fooling him into believing everything was okay. What might have happened if Poole had not doubted his master? How might the servants have reacted without Poole's leadership?

Essay Topic 2

Poole was bound by duty to honor Jekyll's wishes. However, after Poole was convinced that there was something seriously wrong with Jekyll, the butler violated his confidences and approached Utterson. Do you think the decision was difficult for Poole to make? Was it the right decision? How might the ending have changed if Poole had not interfered?

Essay Topic 3

One of the main characters in the book is G.J. Utterson, a lawyer. Utterson works for Dr. Jekyll among other clients and has great insight into his friend of many years. Why was Utterson a good choice as a main character? Do you think the story would have been better without him?

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