Victorian Society and Literature Quiz

What was considered "not proper" in the Victorian middle class values?

• Hard work and perseverance

• Family and home

• Gambling and certain other activities

• Piano legs being called limbs

According to the text, why were the Victorians considered hypocrites?

• They openly gambled and showed off their wealth

• They were open to discussing unpleasant topics

• They claimed to be moral and pious but often closed their eyes to ugliness and unpleasantness

• They encouraged free speech and individualism

What was the role of reputation in "Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde"?

• It was insignificant and often disregarded

• It was crucial, with characters avoiding gossip to protect it

• It encouraged characters to engage in criminal activities

• It led to open confrontations between characters

How did Mr. Utterson's actions reflect the Victorian importance of reputation?

• He openly accused Dr. Jekyll of wrongdoing

• He disregarded societal norms and exposed secrets

• He kept Dr. Jekyll's secrets to preserve his respectability and the appearance of order

• He encouraged gossip to maintain social balance

What was the reaction of Victorian society to Charles Darwin's "On the Origin of Species" when it was published in 1859?

• It was widely accepted and celebrated for its scientific insights.

• It was ignored by the majority of the society.

• It caused a shock in Victorian society because it contradicted the Bible.

• It led to immediate changes in scientific education.

How does Stevenson's description of Mr Hyde reflect the fears of Victorian society regarding Darwinism and evolution?

• By portraying Mr Hyde as a highly respected member of society

• By depicting Mr Hyde as 'ape-like' and suggesting a regression to a more primitive state

• By showing Mr Hyde as a proponent of scientific progress

• By illustrating Mr Hyde as a character who embraces the principles of the Bible

What concept introduced by Cesare Lombroso was dismissed as 'scientifically unscientific' by the text?

• The theory of evolution

• The idea of a 'born criminal' identified by physical characteristics

• The notion of 'hyde-logy'

• The principle of natural selection

What was a common theme in Gothic and detective literature that is mentioned in the context of Victorian London and urban terror?

• The celebration of the city's growth and wealth

• The idea of the crowd as a hiding place for sinister individuals

• The focus on the city's political and financial stability

• The depiction of London as a crime-free city

How does Stevenson describe the character of Mr Hyde in relation to the city of London?

• As a creature at home in the darkness of London

• As a victim of the city's corrupting influence

• As a misunderstood character seeking redemption

• As a noble figure fighting against evil

What is the significance of the character Deacon Brodie in the context of Stevenson's work?

• He was the inspiration for the character of Dr Jekyll

• He was a friend of Stevenson who encouraged his writing

• He was a historical figure who led a secret life and was executed for his crimes

• He was a fictional character created by Stevenson to represent the evil side of Edinburgh