Chapter 6: Remarkable Incident of Dr. Lanyon | Exit Quiz | Oak National Academy

Which character dies in Chapter 6 of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr Hyde'?

(a)  

Answer explanation

Dr. Lanyon's death in Chapter 6 is shrouded in mystery. What caused him to become so shocked it caused his death?

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' is can be argued Mr. Utterson is a man of great curiosity. What does curiosity mean?

• having a strong desire to know or learn something

• having a strong desire for fairness and justice

• having a strong desire to protect the reputation of peers

Answer explanation

Some people argue Utterson is a very curious character. Others may argue he doesn't show enough curiosity at times in the novella.

Which quotation from Chapter 6 of 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' most obviously points to Jekyll's guilt?

• Lanyon: “I wish to see or hear no more of Dr. Jekyll.”

• Jekyll: "I have brought on myself a punishment."

• Jekyll: "I am the chief of sinners."

Answer explanation

The fact that Jekyll describes himself as the "chief of sinners", implies that his crimes must be terrible.

Which word means, 'a person who lives a solitary life and tends to avoid other people'?

(a)  

Answer explanation

Dr. Jekyll could be described as a recluse in the second half of the novella 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.' He locks himself away in the cabinet above his laboratory, refusing to see Mr. Utterson.

In 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde', which of the following suggest Utterson values protecting the reputation of his peers over his natural curiosity. Pick all appropriate responses.

• Mr. Utterson searches for Mr. Hyde in Ch2.

• Mr. Utterson asks Mr. Enfield to speak "no more" about the incident in Ch1.

• Mr. Utterson does not question Dr. Jekyll on the handwriting in the letter.

• Mr. Utterson writes to Jekyll asking about his fall out with Lanyon.

• Mr. Utterson locks Lanyon's unopened letter away, storing it in his safe.

Answer explanation

Whilst Utterson is a respectable man, and he clearly wants to find out the truth about Hyde, there are many moments in the novella where he chooses concealment, and the protection of reputation, over the truth.