Part 7: The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde: Conflict and Resolution
Question 7 of 10 • NY-Common Core ELA 12
Read the excerpt from The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.With a transport of glee, I mauled the unresisting body, tasting delight from every blow; and it was not till weariness had begun to succeed, that I was suddenly, in the top fit of my delirium, struck through the heart by a cold thrill of terror.
Answer
A
It shows the violence of Mr. Hyde, which opposes Dr. Jekyll’s typically mild nature.
B
It illustrates Jekyll’s character as a violent man who delights in harming others.
C
It points out Hyde’s violent behavior, showing how Jekyll is becoming aggressive.
D
It demonstrates the guilt Mr. Hyde feels after committing a horrible crime.