enfield

• Who is Mr. Enfield in the novel?

  A recurring character accompanying Utterson
• What activity do Utterson and Enfield enjoy together?

  Sunday walks
• How does Enfield contribute to the plot of the story?

  He indirectly introduces Utterson to Hyde
• What Victorian values does Enfield embody?

  Similar values to Mr. Utterson
• How does Enfield show strong morals in the story?

  He ensures Hyde compensates the girl
• What does Enfield's lack of curiosity about Hyde suggest?

  He is more interested in gossip than safety
• How does Enfield relate to the theme of duality?

  He appears reputable but leads a hidden life
• What does Enfield's character reveal about Victorian society?

  • Represents the duality of public vs. private life
  • Embodies the moral expectations of a gentleman
  • Highlights the theme of secrecy in society
• What does Enfield say about his rule regarding curiosity?

  “The more it looks like Queer Street, the less I ask”
• What does Enfield's story about the door introduce to the text?

  The theme of duality
• How do the Sunday walks contribute to the plot?

  They contrast with transformative events in the novella
• What is Enfield's relationship with Utterson?

  They maintain a good relationship
• How does Enfield's character serve as a foil to Utterson?

  He shows a lack of curiosity compared to Utterson
• What does Enfield's passive observation reveal about his character?

  He is observant but avoids involvement
• What does Enfield's self-criticism about gossip indicate?

  He feels guilty about breaking his own rule
• What does Enfield's silence after witnessing an event imply?

  His shock and inaction reinforce Utterson's traits
• What does Utterson ask Enfield about the door?

  “And you never asked about – the place with the door?”
• How does Enfield view questions about others' affairs?

  He believes it partakes too much of judgment
• What does Enfield's rule about not asking questions reveal?

  His desire to avoid uncomfortable truths
• What does the phrase “long tongue” signify in Enfield's quote?

  His self-criticism for gossiping
• What does Utterson say after witnessing the event with Jekyll?

  “God forgive us, God forgive us”
• How does Enfield's reaction to the event contrast with Utterson's?

  Enfield remains silent while Utterson expresses concern