friendship

• What is the theme of friendship in the text?

  It is fundamental to the plot.
• Who establishes Mr Utterson’s interest in Mr Hyde?

  Mr Enfield
• Why does Utterson pursue the case so persistently?

  His friendship with Dr Jekyll motivates him.
• What type of relationships does Stevenson depict in the text?

  Friendships between bachelors
• How is true friendship presented in the text?

  • Admired trait by Stevenson
  • Jekyll enjoys hosting friends
  • Friendship linked to social and mental well-being
• What does the verb "founded" imply about Utterson's friendships?

  It suggests security, longevity, and reliability.
• What connotations does "catholicity of good nature" have?

  Religious connotations implying morality.
• How does Utterson feel about Jekyll's actions?

  He is unhappy about what Jekyll is doing.
• What does the noun "friend" emphasize in Utterson's relationship with Jekyll?

  It highlights their relationship despite disagreements.
• What does Utterson's profession as a lawyer signify in the text?

  It shows his dual relationship with Jekyll.
• What does Lanyon say about Jekyll's behavior?

  He became too fanciful for me.
• What does the temporal deixis "became" suggest about Lanyon's feelings?

  It emphasizes growing disagreement over time.
• What do the fricatives in "fanciful" imply about Lanyon?

  They suggest he may be a false friend.
• What are the characteristics of good friendships in the text?

  • Security and longevity
  • Reliability and good nature
  • Moral implications of friendship