Part 1: Gothic Fiction: The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Question 3 of 10 • FL-1001410-English Honors 4
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.
Answer
A
The author uses direct characterization to show readers that Mr. Hyde is a sinister man.
B
The author uses direct characterization to show readers that Mr. Hyde has a strange appearance.
C
The author uses indirect characterization to show that Mr. Hyde is lonely and misunderstood.
D
The author uses indirect characterization to show that Mr. Hyde is rude and uncivilized.