Jekyll and Hyde (English Literature)

Question 1

Introduction

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In his gripping Gothic novella, Stevenson clearly presents…Ultimately, it can be seen that

Question 2

I have written a clear introduction and conclusion to my response

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in his gripping Gothic novella, Stevenson clearly presents…
Ultimately, it can be seen that

Question 3

I have tracked the character or theme across the whole of the novella using structural terms

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‘opening, establishment, chapter, crisis, conflict, midway, climactic, pivotal, concluding’
+ tracking phrases

Question 4

I have incorporated an analysis of the extract into my response

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Question 5

I have included between 15 quotations on the character or theme in my response

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15 quotes

Question 6

I have employed quotations from both the extract and whole novel

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8 quotes from extract

7 quotes from elsewhere

Question 7

I have used appropriate terms to explore the form of the novella

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description, dialogue, epistolary, multiple narratives, multiple perspectives

Question 8

I have used accurate terminology to explore the language and techniques employed by Stevenson

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symbolism, metaphor, simile, imagery, noun phrase, verb phrase

Question 9

I have used appropriate verbs to evoke what Stevenson is doing as a writer

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describes, conveys, depicts, portrays, evokes,

Question 10

I have written clearly on the historical context of the novel-

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anxieties of the victorian gothic novella, gothic trope, early form of detective fiction, inspired by Penny Dreadfuls and Shilling Shockers

Question 11

I have written clearly on the ways audience of different eras react to character or theme

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unsettling for a Victorian readers, Victorian readers were familiar with, modern audience shocked by

contemporary readers,

Question 12

AO1

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focus on the question: character/theme
clear understanding of extract
clear understanding of novella as a whole
relevant/specific quotes
response is clearly structured with clear points of focus
argument is cemented through a clear introduction and conclusion

Question 13

AO2

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Developed explanation develops argument and point- considering language and character/theme
explores meaning and effect
writing evaluates stevenson’s use of language
consider form and structure of novella
confident/accurate use of subject terms

Question 14

AO3

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make links to context throughout
consider effect on the Victorian reader
consider effect on the modern reader

Question 15

Jekyll and Hyde extract + whole novel question [40 marks]

1 hour

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in your response you should:
refer to the extract and the novel as a whole
show your understanding of characters and events in the novel
refer to the contexts of the novel

Question 16

subject terms for novels and structure

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epistolary narrative- writing shown through documents
narrator
novella
establishment page
dialogue
denouncement- the end of the text/novel
Chapter
description- characters or settings introduced
conflict/crisis/climax 
imagery

Question 17

Written a clear introduction that states

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the text, author, relevant contextual details, the Victorian and gothic genre, the keywords from the question, your line of argument and the author’s intentions

Question 18

Carefully explored at least 15 quotations

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Mixture of embedded and zoomed in quotes
min- 15
aim for 20
max-30

Question 19

Written a thought- provoking conclusion that states

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The text, the author, relevant contextual details, the Victorian and gothic genre, the keywords from the question, your line or argument and the author’s intentions

Question 20

Explain the use of at least five different subject terms e.g

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Sharp alliterative phrase
Emotive language
Pathetic fallacy
Violent imagery

Question 21

The lawyer 1

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noun
Ethical professional
Credible
Initially reliable narrator

Question 22

Cold
Scanty
embarrassed in discourse 1

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Cold- adjective emotionally distant and unapproachable, lacks warmth
Scanty- adjective - man of a few words
embarrassed-verb socially awkward and uncommunicative

Question 23

“Lean, long, dusty, dreary, yet somehow lovable 1

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Boring and a impression of a lack of vitality. Long vowels- tedious to say which emphasises his uninteresting nature.
lovable-adjective
juxtaposition
love symbol positive
Overrides the negative as end of list which emphasises it
Contradictory qualities

Question 24

drank gin when he was alone 1

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During Victorian era: known as cheap alcohol for the impoverished lower class
strict with himself - repress desires
Adjective alone : status, does not want to be seen drinking lower class
pity

Question 25

approved tolerance for others 1

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approved- adjective tolerance-noun Non judgemental Unbiased

Question 26

almost with envy 1

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``` almost-adverb envy-abstract noun Desires to do same things Hypocritical- wants to indulge too Dark side ```

Question 27

I incline to Cain’s heresy 1 | I let my brother go to the devil in his own way

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biblical allusion He doesn’t get involved in people’s affairs and is merely a observer Continuation of religious imagery Sinful connotations of noun heresy and devil : Victorian reader think Mr Utterson’s thoughts scandalous Hypocrite - will not stand in the way of any wrongdoings but involves himself in the story of Hyde

Question 28

last good influence in the lives of down-going men 1

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last-adjective good-adjective Moral and empathetic to whom society would condemn Good

Question 29

his affections, like ivy 1

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Unbreakable stable long relationships as ivy grows thickly and slowly Nature imagery = genuine, organic Alt: negative connotations: covers up crimes and poisonous= sense of corruption in his affections

Question 30

sinister block of building 1

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Sibilance Creepy and chilling Adjective sinister creates tone of wickedness and deceit

Question 31

showed no window 1

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Secrecy and hidden truths | Cannot peer inside

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neither bell nor knocker 1

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Secrecy - closed door Unwelcoming Wants no visitors - reinforces secrecy and mystery Holds secrets

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blistered and distained 1

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Corrupted and neglected | Abandoned

Question 34

Coming home from some place at the end of the world 1

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Vague Many upper class and respectable men would visit unacceptable places such as brothels and desperately hide this to hold their status Connotations of “end of the world” implies place far removed from polite society or religious hell

Question 35

trampled calmly 1

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Oxymoron Violence and rage Indifferent and lack of care Distressing image for reader

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left her screaming 1

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Merciless remorseless | Immoral and inhumane

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Hellish to see 1

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Religious imagery

Question 38

Damned juggernaut 1

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``` Unstoppable force - powerful Destructive nature Supernatural power Noun juggernaut Adjective damned ```

Question 39

brought out the sweat on me like running 1

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Intimidating | Fear

Question 40

turn sick and white with the desire to kill 1

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Abosulute hatred from stranger devoted his life to healing epople reveals intensity of negative emotions Turns reader against Hyde too White - purity and peace Sick- introduces imagery of sickly visage contorted with fury

Question 41

wild as harpies 1

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Simile Aggressive Women in era = quiet, timid Hyde brings out the unnatural and disreputable

Question 42

Black-Mail House 1

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Many Victorian gentlemen often couldn’t give into their desires for fear of ruining their reputation

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something wrong something displeasing something downright detestable 1

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Sense of repulsion evokes fear Use of ambiguity forces reader to imagine their worst fears And anaphoric repetition of something creates an air of unceasing intangibility

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I am ashamed of my long tongue 1

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Connotations of serpent | Distaste for gossip and feels guilty as it goes against his moral values but also secrecy

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disappearance or unexplained absence 2

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troubled and uneasy strange and illogical lawyer sees this- detective

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lover of the sane and customary sides of life 2

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obeys by sociatal normsm and enjoys normality rational antithesis to fantastical Hyde who opposes societal norms

Question 47

Citadel of medicine 2

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a high security, fortified area | this links to ideas about secrecy

Question 48

great Dr Lanyon 2

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good reputation respected vicotiran gentlemen as utterson shows clear respect adjective great

Question 49

if any one knows, it will be Lanyon 2

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knowledgeable | from credible narrator which emphasises trust

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hearty,healthy,dapper, red-faced gentleman 2

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welcoming lively friendly

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welcomed him with both hands 2

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``` warm energetic open inviting not a typical repressed, austere victorian gentlemen ```

Question 52

too fanciful for me 2

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Contrast Lanyon: traditional, rational and logical approach to science Jekyll: willingness to go beyond established boundaries

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wrong, wrong in mind 2

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Repetition- rejects emerging field of supernatural science | Phrase ‘wrong in mind’ - imply Jekyll’s beliefs are an indication of mental instability

Question 54

I shall be Mr.Seek 2

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Pun | Persistent and curious

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my poor old Harry Jekyll 2

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concern for the well-being of his friend, “my” possessive adjective sees Jekyll as his own Pitiful adjective poor ignorant

Question 56

honourable and distinguished future 10

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Start of chap 10 Jekyll's youth through first-person narrative of jekyll virtuous adjectives 'honourable', 'distinguished' privilege //expectations of an upper class Victorian gentlemen

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effort, virtues and control 10

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triplet

Question 58

Mr utterson Epitome of the Victorian gentleman respectable, reputable and rational trustworthy but unreliable

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- typical Victorian gentleman - rational and reserved - emotionally distant and unapproachable, lacks warmth - boring, dull to highlight the other characters serves as reader’s eyes and ears - repressed, little emotion - ethical professional, credible - trust naturally (societal views - upright and virtuous) - central position in elite social circle - unreliable narrator - has dark side too - representation of secretive and masquerading Victorian gentleman, impeccable and impenetrable facade - hypocrite as he represses his feelings but wishes to indulge too. - Stevenson religiously condemning Utterson for incling to Cain’s heresy! attitude of being an observer is detrimental to people around him - scandalous thoughts heresy - loyal man, attached long-term, - covers up his friends crimes - distaste for gossip, supports silence(secrecy)/ - honest nature - enjoys normality, traditional norms. -Antithesis to fantastical Hyde - curious and persistent - investigator - immense care and concern towards Jekyll - blindly values his friend - ability to recognise evil - willingness to help. Supportive/charitable. - Into question of morals/use his status to get his way even if friend committed illegal. righteousness? - naive, oblivious and inconsiderate - rigid on Victorian societal beliefs and strict with himself - Ignorant/foolish to situation - steven criticise secrecy of Victorian gentlemen - dismisses serious issues

Question 59

Science

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Theory of evolution Fear of demolition Fear of scientific development going against religion John Hunter - doctor of high status who was well regarded but experimented on grave robbed bodies -upper class in London are unable to completely isolate themselves from lower class

Question 60

Religion

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Juxtaposition within Victorian society religion vs science Stevenson does not believe in god Calvinism (religion) frustrated Stevenson because morality requires a perfection which was impossible for people as it contradicted human nature and is hypocritical

Question 61

Psychology

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Freud’s structural theory of the mind Id- primitive and desires Superego- individual’s moral conscience Ego- outward version. Balance.

Question 62

Fin de siecle

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Social anxiety of fear of unknown due to new century archetype of “the other/outsider”- due to new century and rising immigrants. character in gothic lit not bound by morals dictated by society. Unpredictability creates terror in reader

Question 63

Gothic literature

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Supernatural- reflection of unknown and feelings of uncertainty about the future Extreme human emotions - fear in reader, indicates breakdown of rationality Madness and insanity - madness is tool which writer employs to evoke fear of something readers typically did not understand at the time as mental illnesses had been historically demonised

Question 64

Atavistic traits

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People born criminal | Lombroso’s theory of atavism

Question 65

Reputation

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People were expected to mats on strong morals and be charitable to maintain good reputation Homosexuality was illegal Crime ridden in poorer locations soho