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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. What is Hyde's response when Utterson claims they have a mutual friend?

2. What did the dinner guests have in common?

3. Who admitted Utterson to Jekyll's house?

4. What item did Jekyll burn?

5. What was the noise heard by the maid?

Short Essay Questions

1. A maid sitting in an upstairs window witnesses the murder of Sir Carew. Why did the maid wait so long to contact the police?

2. As Utterson and Jekyll speak, Utterson notices a drastic change in his friend's demeanor. What causes Jekyll to turn pale?

3. What is the butler's response when Utterson asks him about Hyde?

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

5. Utterson finally has the opportunity to meet Mr. Hyde. What is the overall impression Utterson has of Hyde?

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

7. 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?

8. Utterson is relieved but not reassured by Jekyll's promise to never do something ever again. What does Jekyll say he would never do again?

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

10. Utterson's feeling of dread begins to strengthen. What convinces Utterson that Jekyll is in big trouble?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Jekyll stated that the only basic function he and Hyde shared was their memory. How is it possible that the rest of the two personalities could completely disconnect? If possible, compare that theory to a modern-day criminal.

Essay Topic 2

Poole had a great deal of influence in the story, in reference to Jekyll, the authority with the household staff, as well as his influence with Utterson. Do you think the characterization of Poole was accurate in the context of the story? Would Poole have been going outside his rank to report to Utterson?

Essay Topic 3

The case takes on a more serious tone when Inspector Newcomen from Scotland Yard enters the scene. Explain why Scotland Yard would become involved in the crime and how the agency's resources may have been more successful than those of the local police.

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