Chapter 2: Search for Mr Hyde | Starter Quiz | Oak National Academy

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde', how is Mr. Hyde's physical appearance described in Chapter 1?

• handsome and charming

• short and stout

• ordinary and unremarkable

• hideous and deformed

Answer explanation

Mr. Hyde's appearance is described as hideous and deformed in Chapter 1.

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde', what does Mr Hyde collect from inside the door?

Answer explanation

Mr. Hyde collects a cheque from inside the building, using this to pay the family of the small girl he has trampled on.

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde', how does Mr. Hyde behave towards Mr. Enfield and the young girl in Chapter 1?

• indifferent and apathetic

• shy and introverted

• violent and aggressive

Answer explanation

Mr. Hyde's behaviour is violent and aggressive towards Mr. Enfield and the young girl.

What does the word 'supernatural' mean?

• when something is very natural

• confusing

• events or phenomena beyond natural explanation

Answer explanation

The supernatural describes events which are beyond natural explanation.

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde', how does Mr. Hyde's behaviour contrast with the society's norms in Victorian London?

• He is a philanthropist.

• He is a criminal and a social outcast.

• He is a dedicated family man.

Answer explanation

Mr. Hyde's behaviour is in stark contrast to societal norms; he is seen as a criminal and outcast.

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde', what are the primary feelings Mr. Hyde's presence evokes in those who encounter him in Chapter 1?

• disgust

• confusion

• curiosity

• fear

Answer explanation

Mr. Hyde's presence instils fear and disgust in those who come across him in Chapter 1.