Part 1: Gothic Fiction: The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde — Quiz
Question 1 • English Language Arts 12
Read the excerpt from The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde. "We have common friends,” said Mr. Utterson. "Common friends,” echoed Mr. Hyde, a little hoarsely. "Who are they?” "Jekyll, for instance,” said the lawyer. "He never told you,” cried Mr. Hyde, with a flush of anger. "I did not think you would have lied.” "Come,” said Mr. Utterson, "that is not fitting language.” The other snarled aloud into a savage laugh; and the next moment, with extraordinary quickness, he had unlocked the door and disappeared into the house. Which statement best describes how Mr. Hyde is characterized in the excerpt?
Answer
A
The author uses direct characterization to show readers that Mr. Hyde has a strange appearance.
B
The author uses indirect characterization to show that Mr. Hyde is lonely and misunderstood.
C
The author uses direct characterization to show readers that Mr. Hyde is a sinister man.
D
The author uses indirect characterization to show that Mr. Hyde is rude and uncivilized.