Utterson

Question 1

“If he be Mr Hyde…I shall be Mr Seek”

Answer 1

Shows his innate curiosity which propels gone plot forwards. It also emphasises the theme of opposites through the novel

Question 2

Who is Utterson?

Answer 2

-A lawyer who serves as the main protagonist of the novel
-The epitome of the Victorian gentleman (respectable, reputable and rational)
-The reader is provided little insight into Uttersons life apart from his walks with Enfield and his investigations which implies that he is lonely

Question 3

Relationship with Jekyll

Answer 3

-He has had a close friendship with Jekyll for many years and Jekyll confides in him frequently throughout the novel
-Contrasting personalities; Utterson is rational and reserved, Jekyll tends to be more unconventional in his line of work and life
-Jekyll appears reluctant to reveal anything to Utterson implying there is a distance between even the closest friends

Question 4

Relationship with Hyde

Answer 4

-Immediate disliking to Hyde after he first hears about him through Enfields story about the door
-He is suspicious of Hyde and shocked by his violent nature

Question 5

Relationship with Enfield

Answer 5

-Utterson friend and cousin, they frequently take walks around London
-Utterson considers their walks the most enjoyable time of the week; “the two men out the greatest store by these excursions