Jekyll and Hyde Chapter 5

• Who admitted Mr. Utterson into Dr. Jekyll's house?

  Poole
• What was the purpose of Mr. Utterson's visit to Dr. Jekyll?

  To discuss the news about Carew
• What does the laboratory's description suggest about Dr. Jekyll's character?

  It reflects his darker scientific interests
• How does the setting of the laboratory contrast with Dr. Jekyll's home?

  The laboratory is dingy, while the home is welcoming
• What does the term "cupola" refer to in the text?

  A dome on a roof
• What does the "light falling dimly" symbolize in the narrative?

  Foreboding and evil deeds
• What does the phrase "barred with iron" suggest about the windows?

  They imply secrecy and concealment
• How does Jekyll's physical appearance change in this chapter?

  He appears "deadly sick"
• What does Jekyll's "cold" hand symbolize?

  A lack of emotion and death
• What does Utterson's reference to a "trial" signify?

  The importance of reputation in Victorian England
• What does Jekyll refuse to share with Utterson?

  His grounds for certainty about Hyde
• How does Utterson feel about Jekyll's decision to burn the envelope?

  He finds it peculiar and concerning
• What does the letter from Hyde reveal about their relationship?

  It shows a complex intimacy between them
• What does Utterson's clerk, Mr. Guest, represent in the story?

  Utterson's trusted confidant
• What does Utterson's longing for advice indicate about his character?

  His struggle with moral dilemmas
• How does the fog in the city contribute to the story's atmosphere?

  It creates a sense of mystery and unease
• What does Utterson's fear regarding the letter suggest about his character?

  His concern for Jekyll's reputation
• What does Jekyll mean when he says, "I have lost confidence in myself"?

  He feels uncertain about his decisions
• How does the narrative structure reflect the themes of duality and secrecy?

  Through contrasting settings and character behaviors
• What was the shocking news that people were discussing?

  Shocking murder of an M. P.
• What apprehension did the lawyer feel regarding the scandal?

  Concern for another friend's good name
• What decision was the lawyer faced with?

  A ticklish decision regarding advice
• Who was sitting with the lawyer by the hearth?

  1. Guest, his head clerk
• What was the significance of the old wine bottle?

  It represented time and richness
• How did the fog affect the atmosphere of the city?

  It created a sense of drowning and obscurity
• What did the lawyer think about Mr. Guest's ability to draw conclusions?

  He believed Guest could help clarify the mystery
• What did Utterson think about the document he showed Guest?

  It was a murderer’s autograph
• How did Guest react to the handwriting of the document?

  He found it odd but not mad
• What did Utterson's statement about Hyde foreshadow?

  Future events regarding Jekyll's safety
• What did Jekyll's admission reveal about his state of mind?

  He was unable to trust his own judgment
• What did Utterson believe about the terms of Jekyll's will?

  They were due to Hyde's involvement
• How did Utterson's confidence in Jekyll mislead the reader?

  It created a false sense of security
• What lesson did Jekyll imply he learned from his experiences?

  About the impact of repression
• What did Poole assure Utterson regarding the letter?

  Nothing had come except by post
• How did the murder of Carew affect Jekyll?

  It was a turning point for him
• What did Utterson fear regarding Jekyll's reputation?

  It could be tarnished by Hyde
• What does the recurring reference to "fog" symbolize?

  Obscurity and mystery
• How does Stevenson use personification in the text?

  He describes the town as a living organism
• What does the firelight in Utterson's room symbolize?

  Emotional warmth and morality
• How does Utterson view Mr. Guest?

  As highly reliable and trustworthy