Context J&h Flashcards
What does ‘I BAC IGHLIGHTER’ refer to?
It appears to be a typographical error or a misrepresentation of a term.
There is no clear definition or context provided for this term.
What is the time period referenced in the text?
Late Victorian era
This period typically refers to the years during Queen Victoria’s reign from 1837 to 1901.
What is the setting mentioned in the text?
London, specifically poorly lit streets and buildings
The setting contributes to the overall atmosphere of the narrative.
What literary device is emphasized in Stevenson’s work?
Use of pathetic fallacy
Pathetic fallacy attributes human emotions to nature or inanimate objects.
What does the narrative symbolize?
The duality of human nature
This duality can be seen through the contrasting elements of good and evil.
Which city is mentioned as having an influence on the narrative?
Edinburgh
Edinburgh is often associated with Stevenson and his works.
What parts of London are described in a negative light?
Parts associated with darkness
These areas symbolize the darker aspects of human nature and society.
What character is described as having a ‘sinister atmosphere’?
Hyde
Hyde represents the darker side of humanity in Stevenson’s narrative.
Fill in the blank: The narrative comments on human nature regardless of _______.
[class]
This suggests a universal struggle with good and evil.
What color is associated with the pall described in the text?
Chocolate-colored
This imagery evokes a sense of heaviness and foreboding.
What addiction is mentioned in relation to the character?
Addiction to his potions
This highlights the theme of moral corruption and the consequences of indulgence.
True or False: The text suggests that even those with a good reputation are not immune to evil.
True
This reflects the idea that anyone can be corrupted.
What is the phrase used to describe the state of being cast out?
Cast out of heaven
This metaphor suggests a fall from grace or loss of purity.
What does ‘power over heaven’ imply in the context of the narrative?
A struggle for control and moral authority
This reflects the overarching conflict between good and evil.