Part 4: The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: Theme — Quiz
Question 4 • English IV
Read the excerpt from The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. "I’ve been afraid for about a week,” returned Poole, doggedly disregarding the question, "and I can bear it no more.” The man’s appearance amply bore out his words; his manner was altered for the worse; and except for the moment when he had first announced his terror, he had not once looked the lawyer in the face. Even now, he sat with the glass of wine untasted on his knee, and his eyes directed to a corner of the floor. "I can bear it no more,” he repeated. How does this passage develop the theme "Secrets are a heavy burden”?
Answer
A
Mr. Utterson is frightened of Mr. Poole’s behavior.
B
Mr. Poole drinks wine to deal with his feelings of fear.
C
Mr. Utterson listens to Mr. Poole’s feelings of concern.
D
Mr. Poole shows signs of physical and emotional distress.
Explanation
Poole says he has been afraid for a week and “can bear it no more,” suggesting that keeping the secret has become overwhelming. His altered manner, refusal to look Utterson in the face, and untouched wine show both emotional and physical signs of distress. This supports choice D: Mr. Poole shows signs of physical and emotional distress.
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