Part 6: The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: Character — Quiz
Question 1 • English IV
Read the excerpt from The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. Evil besides (which I must still believe to be the lethal side of man) had left on that body an imprint of deformity and decay. And yet when I looked upon that ugly idol in the glass, I was conscious of no repugnance, rather of a leap of welcome. This, too, was myself. It seemed natural and human. What does the excerpt suggest about Dr. Jekyll?
Answer
A
He is not ashamed of his own “dark” side.
B
He is judgmental about people’s behavior.
C
He is eager to introduce Dr. Hyde to his friends.
D
He is proud of his professional accomplishments.
Explanation
Jekyll sees Hyde’s appearance as ugly and deformed, but he feels “no repugnance” toward him—instead, he feels “a leap of welcome.” He recognizes Hyde as part of himself and says this side seems “natural and human,” suggesting he is not ashamed of his dark side. The excerpt does not mention his friends or professional accomplishments.
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