Chapter 3 - Dr Jekyll was Quite at Ease

Question 1

Description of Jekyll

Answer 1

• “a large well-made smooth-faced man of fifty”
• “every mark of capacity and kindness”

Question 2

Jekyll describes Lanyon as being too conservative in terms of scientific exploration

Answer 2

“hide-bound pedant”

Question 3

Jekyll’s physical reaction when Utterson questions Jekyll about Hyde

Answer 3

“Dr Jekyll grew pale … there came a blackness about his eyes”

Question 4

Jekyll states to Utterson that he is in a tricky situation

Answer 4

“painfully situated”

Question 5

“The last I think; for, O God! Sir, it is afterward. The moment I choose, I can be rid of Mr. Hyde.” - Dr. Jekyll’s response to Utterson when Utterson expresses his concerns about Hyde to him

Answer 5

• Dr. Jekyll’s anguish and realization of the irreversible consequences highlight the tragic aspect of his experiment
• This moment encapsulates the theme of the uncontrollable consequences of tampering with one’s dual nature
• Dr. Jekyll’s claim reflects his belief in his own control over his dual identity
• However, it also foreshadows the challenges and consequences he faces as he grapples with the uncontrollable emergence of Hyde

Question 6

“I am quite sure of him; I could stake my life upon it, he is as harmless as a child.” - Dr. Jekyll once again stating to Utterson how he is in full control

Answer 6

• Dr. Jekyll’s assurance about Hyde’s harmlessness contrasts sharply with the reality of Hyde’s malevolence
• This dissonance underscores the deception and complexity surrounding Hyde’s character