Utterwson

Question 1

What does Utterson symbolise?

Answer 1

• Honesty
• Acts as the moral compass of the novella

Question 2

Introduction to Utterson:

Answer 2

• Loyal
• Main protagonist
• Epitome of a Victorian gentleman: 3 r’s- reliable, responsible and reputable
• He is the central position in his social circle
• The reader experiences the novel from Utterson’s POV- his narrative provides a stable anchor point
• Stevenson has made it Utterson’s responsibility to narrate the story- loyalty and honesty

Question 3

Utterson and law:

Answer 3

• “I incline to Cain’s heresay”
• Law has shaped Utterson as a moral and relatable character for the wealthier contemporary readers

Question 4

Utterson and religion:

Answer 4

• Formulates his routine around Church bells
• Demonstarates the subtle, but rigid importance of religion in his life
• “Until the clock of tthe neighbouring Church rang… he would go gratefully to bed”

Question 5

Victorian gentleman

Answer 5

• Ideal Victorian gentleman
• Emphasises Hyde’s evil & reputable behaviour
• Man in Victorian London- goinng for walks- helps to maintains a public appearance

Question 6

Trustworthy:

Answer 6

• Utterson keeps a very strong friendship with Jekyll, even when he has doubts about his private activities
• Demonstrates loyalty to those he likes and respects