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In which chapter is Dr Jekyll first introduced in the novella?
Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
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Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde (AQA GCSE English Literature): Exam Questions
Exam code: 8702
8 hours125 questions
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What is Dr Jekyll's motivation for creating Mr Hyde?
to explore the duality of human nature
to escape from his responsibilities
to help his friend Lanyon with an experiment
to destroy his reputation
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What specific word does Stevenson use to describe Hyde’s nature in Chapter 1?
calm
savage
animalistic
civilised
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How does Dr. Jekyll's behaviour change as the novella progresses?
He becomes more sociable and outgoing.
He stops conducting experiments.
He seeks forgiveness for his crimes.
He becomes increasingly erratic and isolated.
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Which Victorian value is Sir Danvers Carew seen as representing?
greed and dishonesty
religious virtue
kindness and honour
scientific progress
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What role does Mr Gabriel Utterson play in the novella?
He is Jekyll’s lawyer and close friend.
He is a detective investigating Jekyll.
He is Jekyll’s scientific assistant.
He is Jekyll’s rival and enemy.
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What causes the breakdown in friendship between Dr Jekyll and Dr Lanyon?
Jekyll's decision to stop his experiments
Lanyon’s discovery of Jekyll’s unethical experiments
a personal dispute over inheritance
Lanyon’s jealousy of Jekyll’s scientific success
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Summarise the symbolism behind Mr Hyde's character.
He symbolises the dangers of unchecked ambition.
He represents the Victorian ideal of a gentleman.
He represents the inner evil side of human nature.
He symbolises the danger of science.
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Comment on how Mr Utterson's perspective helps shape the narrative of the novella.
It presents a biased view of events, leading to confusion.
It adds mystery by withholding information about Jekyll and Hyde.
It enables the truth about Jekyll to be revealed early on.
It provides an objective view that helps readers piece together the mystery.
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Explain why Jekyll’s transformation into Hyde becomes more frequent as the story progresses.
Jekyll wants to escape from society.
Hyde’s personality becomes more dominant and uncontrollable.
Jekyll enjoys committing crimes as Hyde.
Jekyll’s experiments have caused a physical change that requires him to transform more often.
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Explain why Dr Jekyll believes he needs to create Mr Hyde.
to prove his superiority as a leading scientist
to explore the limits of scientific experiment and prove religion wrong
to gain wealth and power in Victorian society and increase his status
to explore the duality of human nature, separating the good from the evil within himself
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Summarise the symbolic significance of Hyde’s physical appearance as described in the novella.
It represents Hyde’s evil nature and his separation from society’s norms.
It suggests that Hyde is an intellectual character and a deep thinker.
It shows that Hyde is a figure of admiration and strength.
It symbolises Jekyll’s inner goodness.
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What does Jekyll’s use of the term “scientific heresies” suggest about his relationship with Dr Lanyon?
Jekyll believes that Lanyon’s scientific views are outdated and conservative.
Jekyll is trying to provoke Lanyon by ridiculing his religious beliefs.
Jekyll feels that Lanyon is too focused on moral considerations in his experiments.
Jekyll acknowledges his experiments are unconventional, but does not think they are dangerous.
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How does the description of Mr Hyde as “hardly human” and “ape-like” reflect Victorian concerns about science and evolution?
It supports the Victorian belief in the supernatural.
It criticises the theory of evolution.
It highlights Hyde’s superiority over humanity.
It emphasises Victorian interest in religious purity.
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Suggest how Mr Utterson's role as Jekyll’s lawyer influences the progression of the plot.
His legal expertise helps Jekyll hide his secret from society.
His role as a lawyer makes him indifferent to Jekyll’s plight.
His rational thinking drives him to uncover the truth about Hyde and Jekyll.
His legal skills lead him to defend Hyde in court.
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How does the violent act of Mr Hyde killing Sir Danvers Carew affect Dr Jekyll’s control over his transformations?
It strengthens Jekyll’s control over Hyde.
It causes Jekyll to fully embrace his dark side and renounce any morals entirely.
It leads Jekyll to stop transforming into Hyde as frequently in order to avoid suspicion.
It results in Jekyll losing control over Hyde, who begins to appear without the potion.
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Suggest why Stevenson describes Hyde’s first crime as “trampling calmly” over a child’s body.
to juxtapose serenity with violence, emphasising Hyde’s inhumanity
to show that Hyde is a kind-hearted character
to suggest that Hyde felt no remorse for his actions
to indicate that the child was not seriously harmed
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Which statement supports the argument that Dr Jekyll is not entirely deserving of readers' sympathy?
He is manipulated by his peers into creating Hyde.
He fails to acknowledge the risks of his experiments.
He has no control over Hyde’s actions.
He uses Hyde to indulge in immoral behaviour without consequences.
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How does Dr Jekyll’s statement, “the moment I choose, I can be rid of Mr Hyde”, reflect his internal conflict about control?
It reveals Jekyll’s belief in his complete control over Hyde.
It shows Jekyll’s confidence in his scientific abilities to separate good and evil.
It highlights Jekyll’s confusion, as he cannot fully control Hyde despite his claims.
It suggests that Jekyll’s choice to become Hyde is entirely voluntary.
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How does Stevenson use the imagery of “deformity and decay” to reflect Dr Jekyll’s views on his darker side?
It symbolises the natural and inevitable destruction of Hyde’s physical body.
It represents the physical manifestation of Jekyll’s suppressed evil.
It highlights society’s fear of physical deformity and difference.
It shows that Hyde’s deformity is a result of the repression of all emotions, good or bad.
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How does Stevenson want readers to reflect on Dr Jekyll’s transformation into Mr Hyde?
It is a scientific achievement, as it demonstrates the power of human intellect.
It is a moral failure, as it shows Jekyll’s willingness to abandon ethics in pursuit of power.
It is a necessary step in human evolution, as it explores the limits of human nature.
It is both a scientific success and a moral failure, as it reveals the potential of science and the dangers of ignoring ethical boundaries.
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Assess the role of secrecy in Mr Hyde’s interactions with others, particularly in the quote, “Common friends… Who are they?”
It illustrates Hyde’s desire to maintain control over Jekyll’s identity.
It reveals Hyde’s fear of exposure and the destruction of his reputation.
It shows Hyde’s misunderstanding of social norms and relationships.
It highlights the novella’s theme of the conflict between personal and public identities.
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