Part 1: Gothic Fiction: The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde — Quiz
Question 6 • English IV
Read the excerpt from The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. "Poor Harry Jekyll,” [Mr. Utterson] thought, "my mind misgives me he is in deep waters! He was wild when he was young; a long while ago to be sure; but in the law of God, there is no statute of limitations. Ay, it must be that; the ghost of some old sin, the cancer of some concealed disgrace . . .” Which statement best describes how Mr. Utterson is characterized in the excerpt?
Answer
A
The author uses direct characterization to show that Mr. Utterson is a deeply spiritual man.
B
The author uses indirect characterization to show that Mr. Utterson is cruel and vengeful.
C
The author uses indirect characterization to show that Mr. Utterson is a concerned and caring friend.
D
The author uses direct characterization to show that Mr. Utterson is a judgmental person.
Explanation
Mr. Utterson’s thoughts reveal his character indirectly: he worries that Jekyll is “in deep waters” and imagines that an old sin or concealed disgrace is troubling him. This concern suggests that Utterson cares about his friend, even as he tries to understand what may be wrong. The best choice is that indirect characterization shows him as a concerned and caring friend.
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