Dr Jekyll And Mr Hyde - SETTING Flashcards
1
Q
When and where is the novel set?
A
Late 19th century London (1800s)
2
Q
When do many scenes take place and why?
A
At night or in heavy fog - mysterious + gloomy view of city
3
Q
What does the dark, urban landscape reflect?
A
The sinister events
4
Q
What does the oppressive (harsh) weather and gloomy atomsphere link to?
A
The oppressive/ repressive Victorian society
5
Q
Does where a character live represent their personality?
A
Yes - Soho represents Hyde (dangerous + gloomy) and contrasts with Jekyll’s wealthy house in a Square (Hyde + Jekyll’s characters also contrast) - they look separate, but they are one
6
Q
What is the main way that events and emotions are shown through the setting?
A
Pathetic fallacy
