the gothic genre

Question 1

the gothic genre summarised

Answer 1

written in the form of a novella and draws heavily on features of the Gothic genre to explore its dark themes. Gothic elements like mystery, horror, the supernatural, and duality are used to reflect Victorian fears about science, identity, and morality.

Question 2

setting related to gothic genre

Answer 2

The setting — with foggy London streets, dark alleys, and secret laboratories — creates a sense of unease and suspense.

Question 3

form throughout the text

Answer 3

The use of letters, confessions, and multiple narrators adds to the mystery and builds tension, while also delaying key revelations (like the true identity of Hyde)

Question 4

the fog _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Answer 4

“The fog still slept on the wing above the drowned city.”

Question 5

use of the uncanny

Answer 5

“He gives a strong feeling of deformity, although I couldn’t specify the point.”