Dr Jekyll And Mr Hyde - STRUCTURE Flashcards

1
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How is the reader kept in the dark?

A

Key facts are gradually revealed - adds suspense

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Describe the narration of the book, and how this effects the reader

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Anonymous third person narrator - follows thoughts, actions and emotions of Utterson - information revealed to him + reader - when he asks questions so do we - adds suspense, keep engaged

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Describe the order of events in the book and how this creates and effect for the reader

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Not chronological - adds suspense - gradually learn links

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Why are there narratives from Utterson, Lanyon and Jekyll?

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To show different perspectives

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Why are Lanyon and Jekyll’s narratives left to the end?

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They unveil the mystery - left until end for tension

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What role does Mr Enfield play?

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He introduces Hyde (trampling of girl) in Chapter 1 - leads to Utterson investigating
Mr Enfield introduces eerie atmosphere + starts the story

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Why does the book show different view points (eg. maid)?

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To reinforce the horror Hyde creates

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