Dr Jekyll And Mr Hyde - Lanyon

Question 1

Described as having ‘genial’ manner based on ‘genuine feeling’

Answer 1

Trustworthy, reputable character

Question 2

In chapter 2 he is ‘healthy, hearty and dapper’

Answer 2

Contrasts how he is after seeing jekylls transformation

Question 3

Talking about jekyll ‘he began to go wrong, wrong in mind, such unscientific balderdash’

Answer 3

Contrasting views on science

Question 4

‘He has his death warrant written legibly upon his face’

Answer 4

Willing to die to protect his reputation, links to theme of silence and reputation. Not seen as right to discuss the supernatural yet this ultimately lead to his death.
He had a physical change due to mental trauma.

Question 5

‘Visibly balder and older’ ‘swift physical decay’

Answer 5

Negative physical change due to mental trauma. Emphasises the power of Hyde and the negative affect he has on people.

Question 6

‘Seemed to testify some deep seated terror of the mind’

Answer 6

Further emphasises the link between mental and physical state. Emphasises how terrifying Hyde is. Heightens fear for reader