The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde — Questions and answers

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In 'The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde', what was the name of the man who signed a cheque for a hundred pounds after trampling a child?

Choices

  1. Mr Richard Enfield
  2. Henry Jekyll ✓
  3. Sir Danvers Carew
  4. Mr Utterson

Answer: Henry Jekyll

From page 1

What was the name of the 'friend and benefactor' to whom Dr Henry Jekyll's possessions were to pass in his will?

Choices

  1. Edward Hyde ✓
  2. Dr Lanyon
  3. Mr Utterson
  4. Mr Richard Enfield

Answer: Edward Hyde

From page 2

When Mr Utterson first confronted Edward Hyde, what was Mr Hyde's reaction to being asked his name?

Choices

  1. He immediately stated his full name and asked Utterson's business.
  2. He ran away without answering Utterson's question.
  3. He invited Utterson into the house to discuss the matter.
  4. He turned sharply and spoke in a husky, whispering voice. ✓

Answer: He turned sharply and spoke in a husky, whispering voice.

From page 3

What did Dr Henry Jekyll tell Mr Utterson about Mr Hyde when they discussed the will?

Choices

  1. He was sure he could be rid of Mr Hyde the moment he chose. ✓
  2. He had never met Mr Hyde in person.
  3. He had no control over Mr Hyde's actions.
  4. He was concerned about Mr Hyde's growing influence.

Answer: He was sure he could be rid of Mr Hyde the moment he chose.

From page 4

Who was the old, white-haired gentleman murdered by Edward Hyde near the river?

Choices

  1. Mr Utterson
  2. Sir Danvers Carew ✓
  3. Mr Richard Enfield
  4. Dr Lanyon

Answer: Sir Danvers Carew

From page 5

What item found in Edward Hyde's rooms did Mr Utterson recognize as belonging to Henry Jekyll?

Choices

  1. A fine carpet
  2. A cheque-book cover
  3. The other half of the broken cane ✓
  4. Good pictures

Answer: The other half of the broken cane

From page 6

What did Dr Lanyon witness that caused his sudden decline in health?

Choices

  1. Henry Jekyll confessing to the murder of Sir Danvers Carew
  2. Poole discovering Edward Hyde's body in the cabinet
  3. Mr Utterson revealing the contents of Jekyll's will
  4. Edward Hyde transforming into Henry Jekyll after drinking a liquid ✓

Answer: Edward Hyde transforming into Henry Jekyll after drinking a liquid

From page 7

What expression did Mr Utterson and Mr Richard Enfield see on Henry Jekyll's face in his cabinet window?

Choices

  1. An expression of abject terror and despair ✓
  2. A smile of recognition and welcome
  3. An expression of deep concentration
  4. A look of calm and contentment

Answer: An expression of abject terror and despair

From page 8

What did Mr Utterson and Poole find in Henry Jekyll's cabinet after breaking down the door?

Choices

  1. Edward Hyde alive and well, waiting for them
  2. The still body of Edward Hyde dressed in Henry Jekyll's clothes ✓
  3. Henry Jekyll hiding in a secret compartment
  4. A letter from Dr Lanyon explaining everything

Answer: The still body of Edward Hyde dressed in Henry Jekyll's clothes

From page 9

What did Mr Utterson learn from Henry Jekyll's confession?

Choices

  1. Henry Jekyll had been blackmailed by Edward Hyde.
  2. Edward Hyde was a distant relative of Henry Jekyll.
  3. Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde were the same person. ✓
  4. Edward Hyde was a separate entity created by a magical spell.

Answer: Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde were the same person.

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