Jekyll's Part Of The House

Question 1

Jekyll’s house is in a street of “handsome houses”

Answer 1

Shows that Jekyll’s house is pleasing and appealing to look at. Also

Question 2

Jekyll’s house is described as having an “air of wealth and comfort”

Answer 2

Helps to show his upper class reputation and wealth that he attains.

Question 3

Jekyll’s house is described as having “luxurious furnishings”

Answer 3

This shows Jekyll has a great deal of wealth and is well off. This also helps to maintain his reputation as people respect him and think well of him.

Question 4

Utterson describes Jekyll’s house as having “one of the pleasantest rooms in London”

Answer 4

This gives an outside view of how other people see Jekyll and his house. It also shows how other people think of his reputation and the way he comes across.