Jekyll and Hyde Chapter 3

• What is the title of Chapter Three?

  1. Jekyll Was Quite at Ease
• How many old cronies did Dr. Jekyll invite to dinner?

  Five or six
• What does Utterson's presence after dinner suggest about his relationship with Jekyll?

  He is well-liked and trusted by Jekyll
• What is the effect of Utterson's unobtrusive company on his friends?

  It sobers their minds after gaiety
• How is Dr. Jekyll described physically?

  Large, well-made, smooth-faced man
• What does Jekyll's smooth face connote?

  Innocence and unblemished reputation
• What does the term "hide-bound pedant" refer to?

  A person excessively concerned with formalism
• What does Jekyll express disappointment about regarding Lanyon?

  His conservative views on science
• What does the conflict between Jekyll and Lanyon symbolize?

  The fear of unnatural scientific advancement
• How does Utterson's description change when discussing Hyde?

  He becomes ruthlessly direct
• What does Jekyll's sharp response imply?

  He may have something to hide
• What does the description of Jekyll's "blackness about his eyes" suggest?

  He harbors inner evil or darkness
• How does Utterson describe what he heard about Hyde?

  As abominable
• What does Jekyll's vague response indicate about his situation?

  It is painful and strange
• What does Jekyll's trust in Utterson reveal about his character?

  He feels a loss of control
• What does Jekyll's plea for Utterson to help Hyde suggest?

  He feels desperate and fearful
• What does Jekyll's comment about the "last time" discussing Hyde imply?

  He has something to hide
• What does the phrase "great interest" in Hyde suggest about Jekyll's feelings?

  His feelings are complex and ambiguous
• What is significant about Jekyll's shift from "if" to "when" regarding his absence?

  It implies certainty about his disappearance
• What does Utterson's "irrepressible sigh" convey?

  Feelings of defeat and confusion
• What does the chapter's title contrast with the previous chapters?

  • The title suggests ease and comfort
  • Contrasts with mystery, fear, and urgency
• How is Utterson's character portrayed in relation to Jekyll?

  • He is calming and sobering
  • Well-liked and trusted by friends
  • Often stays behind to discuss serious matters
• What does the Victorian belief in physiognomy imply about Jekyll?

  • Assumes he is moral and virtuous
  • His appearance suggests innocence and reliability
• What themes are explored through Jekyll's relationship with Lanyon?

  • Conflict between progressive and conservative views
  • Fear of scientific advancement in Victorian society
• How does the atmosphere shift during Jekyll and Utterson's conversation?

  • From genial and comfortable to ominous and tense
  • Reflects Jekyll's inner turmoil and secrets
• What does Jekyll's request for Utterson to help Hyde reveal about their relationship?

  • Indicates a close and complex connection
  • Suggests Jekyll's desperation and fear of Hyde's influence